Chapter 20, Problem 38E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The balanced equations to describe the reaction of $\text{Sn}$ with each ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}\text{,}{\text{Cl}}_{\text{2}}$ and $\text{HCl}$ are to be stated.

Concept introduction: Tin $\left(\text{Sn}\right)$ is a group $4\text{A}$ element. Normally, it exists as ${\text{Sn}}^{2+}$ and ${\text{Sn}}^{4+}$.

To determine: The balanced equations to describe the reaction of $\text{Sn}$ with each ${\text{O}}_{\text{2}}\text{,}{\text{Cl}}_{\text{2}}$ and $\text{HCl}$.