01 a. Pertaining to, or containing, tin; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a lower valence as contrasted with st…
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Pertaining to, or containing, tin; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a lower valence as contrasted with stannic compounds.(Chem.)
Phrases & compounds
Stannous chloride —
a white crystalline substance, SnCl2.(H2O)2, obtained by dissolving tin in hydrochloric acid. It is used as a mordant in dyeing.