History

History
 * Has been known to the world since ancient times
 * Evidence suggests it has been used for over 5500 years
 * It is unknown who discovered tin
 * The atomic symbol comes from the Latin word stannum
 * Tin is primarily obtained from the mineral cassiterite by roasting it in a furnace with carbon
 * Cassiterite is not found in mineral veins, but Alluvial deposits were the concentration does not pass 4%
 * Most commonly mined in Malaysia
 * Makes up 0.001% of Earth's crust
 * Tin was originally being extracted only in Britian and Spain, but spread to many areas such as Southern Asia, the Congo, Bolivia, and Nigeria
 * Tin deposits are being found all pver the world
 * The Bible and the Hindu's sacred book //Rig Veda// have both referenced Tin
 * Tin is a hazardous (Poisonous) element if inhaled and can cause nasuea, diarrhea, vomiting, and cramps
 * Tin is in the Carbon family