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Hydrates

Question 3 • EO Chemistry 7320B

What is the correct formula for the compound tin (IV) chloride pentahydrate?

Answer
A
SnCl4•4H2O
B
SnCl4•6H2O
C
SnCl5•4H2O
D
SnCl4•5H2O

Explanation

Tin (IV) means tin has a +4 charge, so it combines with four chloride ions (each −1) to form SnCl4. Pentahydrate means five water molecules are attached, giving SnCl4•5H2O. Therefore, the correct choice is SnCl4•5H2O.

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