Tin (Sn)
Tin is one of those materials that like paper (‘paperthin’), has entered common language to become an adjective, think of a ‘tinny’ sound. Partly as a result of this, it’s not a material with associations of high value. Apart from its low perceived value, it also lacks any of the strong associations of other metals, such as aluminium, with its contemporary design applications or copper, with its associations of traditional kitchens.
Apart from being the main constituent of pewter, tin is also used prolifically within the packaging industry. If you come across a metal box, then the chances are that it is made from tinplate – steel coated on both sides with tin – a form of tin that equips it with good corrosion resistance. In its uncoated ...
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