Stannic sulphide
noun
1.
an insoluble solid compound of tin usually existing as golden crystals or as a yellowish-brown powder: used as a pigment. Formula: SnS2 See also mosaic gold
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- Stannous
adjective, Chemistry. 1. containing tin, especially in the bivalent state. adjective 1. of or containing tin, esp in the divalent state stannous stan·nous (stān’əs) adj. Of, relating to, or containing tin, especially with valence 2. stannous (stān’əs) Containing tin, especially tin with a valence of 2. Compare stannic.
- Stannous-chloride
noun, Chemistry. 1. a white, crystalline, water-soluble solid, SnCl 2 ⋅2H 2 O, used chiefly as a reducing and tinning agent, and as a mordant in dyeing with cochineal.
- Stannous-fluoride
noun 1. a white, crystalline powder, SnF 2 , slightly soluble in water: used as a source of fluorine in the prevention of dental caries, especially as a toothpaste additive. stannous fluoride n. A preparation of stannous tin and fluoride used to fluoridate toothpaste and other dental preparations.