Tin (Sn)

A fascinating post-transition metal element.

Tin is element 50 on the periodic table.

Element properties

Atomic number
50
Symbol
Sn
Atomic mass
118.71 u
Category
Post-Transition Metal
Period
5
Group
14
Block
p
State
Solid
Electron configuration
[Kr] 4d10 5s2 5p2
Electronegativity (Pauling)
1.96
Density
7.265 g/cm³
Melting point
231.9 °C
Boiling point
2602 °C