Material Science/ Solid State Chemistry- Sound of Tin

Sound of Tin

Description: Rods of tin are bent to hear the snapping sound and crackling sound. We have over 50 rods of tin which can be passed around during class. The sound of this demonstration is also available on JCE Solid State Resources CD-Rom. Source: Ellis A. et al. Teaching General Chemistry: A Material Science Companion Year: 1993 Vol: N/A Page: 166 Keywords: Tin rods Rating:

Hazard: Low

Substance does not react in course of the experiment in ingot form

Effectiveness: Average

Somewhat connected to course material
Mild effects are heard by audience
Results are perceived with varying results
Results can be difficult to perceive
Time to results is low

Difficulty: Medium

Passing out sample to audience
Some specific manipulations required

Safety Precautions:

Eye protection required

Class: Solid State Chemistry Division: Material Science Chemistry

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