Question

why is Tin symbolised as Sn​

Answer 1

Tin is symbolised Sn because Tin Latin name is Stannum

Answer 2

Tin ( Sn ) is an element with atomic number 50

Tin is represented as Sn because Tin is the abbreviation of the Latin word Stannum

Its atomic weight is 118.69

It shows variable oxidation states of +2 annd +4 out of which +4 is more stable because of poor inert effect so it acts as a good reducing agent

It is silver in colour with a little tint of yellow in it .

It is soft in nature and can be cut without much force .