"Science" | January 15, 2020
A little science about copper and tinThere’s some very interesting chemistry going on between a copper pan and its tin lining.
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My efforts to understand the physics and chemistry of vintage copper and tin
"Science" | September 8, 2019
How to tell a silver lining from tinTo my eye, a silver lining looks a lot like tin, and I thought it might be useful to be able to tell the difference.
"Science" | June 26, 2019
Tin is safeScientific research affirms that the tin lining of a copper pot is non-toxic.
"Science" | May 9, 2019
Doing bad things to copperOnce again, folks, please don’t try this at home.
"Science" | May 8, 2019
Tarnish, Part 1: The beginningI thought I’d start with the chemistry of copper tarnish.
"Science" | April 4, 2019
The zig-zagsIf you see an odd zig-zag pattern on the surface of one of your pans, take a good look — you’re getting a glimpse into your tin’s molecular structure.