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2. Tin foil - Wikipedia

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   Foil made from a thin leaf of tin was commercially available before its aluminum counterpart. [2] In the late 19th century and early 20th century, tin foil was in common use, and some people continue to refer to the new product by the name of the old one. Tin foil is stiffer than aluminum foil. [3]

3. Aluminium foil - Wikipedia

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   The term "tin foil" survives in the English language as a term for the newer aluminium foil. Tin foil is less malleable than aluminium foil and tends to give a slight tin taste to food wrapped in it. Tin foil has been supplanted by aluminium and other materials for wrapping food. [3] The first audio recordings on phonograph cylinders were made ...

4. Richard S. Reynolds Sr. - Wikipedia

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   Shortly after World War I, Reynolds founded the U.S. Foil Company in Louisville, Kentucky. Among the company's early partners were R.J. Reynolds and the British-American Tobacco Company. The company's original business was to roll tin and lead foil for cigarette packaging. Among other innovations, Reynolds devised a moisture-preserving tobacco tin.

5. NASA used kitchen aluminum foil to save a legendary ... - AOL

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   So NASA’s scientists wrapped the cables in a whole lot of aluminum foil and found that in 1979 Voyager 1 had safely swung past Jupiter and would continue on its legendary journey. Show comments ...

6. Foil (metal) - Wikipedia

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   A roll of aluminium foil. A foil is a very thin sheet of metal, typically made by hammering or rolling. [1] [2] Foils are most easily made with malleable metal, such as aluminium, copper, [3] tin, and gold. Foils usually bend under their own weight and can be torn easily. [2]

7. How to Extend the Life of Baked Goods, According to Experts - AOL

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   By tightly wrapping baked goods in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, followed by an air-tight container or freezer bag, you can significantly extend their shelf life." ... The very best gifts for men ...