stannous
containing tin, especially in the bivalent state.
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stannous chloride is usually sufficiently contaminated with stannic salt.
The Elements of Qualitative Chemical Analysis, vol. 1, parts 1 and 2. | Julius StieglitzWhen acted on with hot hydrochloric acid it slowly dissolves (more rapidly in contact with platinum) and forms stannous chloride.
A Textbook of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. | Cornelius Beringer and John Jacob BeringerNote the quantity of the stannous chloride solution required.
A Textbook of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. | Cornelius Beringer and John Jacob BeringerTin in solution as stannic or stannous chloride is precipitated as metal by means of zinc.
A Textbook of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. | Cornelius Beringer and John Jacob BeringerThese reactions are characteristic of tin as stannous chloride.
A Textbook of Assaying: For the Use of Those Connected with Mines. | Cornelius Beringer and John Jacob Beringer
British Dictionary definitions for stannous
/ (ˈstænəs) /
of or containing tin, esp in the divalent state
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Scientific definitions for stannous
[ stăn′əs ]
Containing tin, especially tin with a valence of 2. Compare stannic.
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