1 Uses
1.1 Uses & Benefits
- As this metal does not absorb neutrons; It is used in nuclear power stations.
- Its oxide is used in ultra strong ceramics. It is also used in manufacturing Crucibles.
- Tin-niobium alloy is used for producing superconducting magnets.
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Tin salt known as a tin II chloride, it is used as a mordant and as a reducing agent for dyeing calico and silk.
1.1.1 Industrial Uses
Aerospace Industry, Ammunition Industry
Automobile Industry, Chemical Industry, Food Industry
1.1.2 Medical Uses
1.1.3 Other Uses
Alloys, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes
NA
1.2 Biological Properties
1.2.1 Toxicity
1.2.2 Present in Human Body
1.2.3 In Blood
0.01 Blood/mg dm-30.38 Blood/mg dm-3
0
1970
1.2.4 In Bone
0.10 p.p.m.1.40 p.p.m.
0
170000