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What is the symbol of Tin? |
Sn Si Ta Ti |
Sn |
The correct answer is option 1. Sn. The symbol "Sn" represents the chemical element tin. Tin is a metallic chemical element with atomic number 50 and is commonly found in its grayish-white metallic form. It has various uses in industry and manufacturing, including as a component in alloys such as bronze and pewter. The origin of the symbol "Sn" for tin comes from its Latin name "stannum." The use of the symbol "Sn" dates back to ancient times when Latin was widely used in scientific contexts. Over time, as chemistry developed into a modern science, the symbols of chemical elements were standardized, and "Sn" remained as the accepted symbol for tin. In contrast, the other options provided: These symbols correspond to different elements on the periodic table. |