Stannic vs. Stannous — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Stannic and Stannous
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Stannic
Relating to or containing tin, especially with valence 4.
Stannous
Relating to or containing tin, especially with valence 2.
Stannic
(chemistry) Containing tetravalent tin.
Stannous
(chemistry) Containing bivalent tin.
Stannic
Of or pertaining to tin; derived from or containing tin; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a higher valence as contrasted with stannous compounds.
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Stannous
Pertaining to, or containing, tin; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a lower valence as contrasted with stannic compounds.
Stannic
Of or relating to or containing tin
Stannous
Of or relating to or containing tin
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