Tin and Carbonate Compounds Concepts

The video tutorial explains how to write the formula for tin(II) carbonate. It begins by identifying tin on the periodic table as Sn with a 2+ charge, indicating it's a transition metal. The carbonate ion, CO3, is a polyatomic ion with a 2- charge. The video demonstrates that tin(II) carbonate is a neutral compound, meaning the charges of the tin and carbonate ions must balance to zero. The final formula for tin(II) carbonate is presented, concluding the tutorial.

What is the symbol for tin on the periodic table?

• Sb

• Ti

• Sn

• Pb

What is the ionic charge of the tin ion in Tin(II) Carbonate?

• 1+

• 4+

• 3+

• 2+

Which of the following is a polyatomic ion?

• Cl

• O2

• CO3

• Na

What is the ionic charge of the carbonate ion?

• 4-

• 1-

• 2-

• 3-

How do the charges in Tin(II) Carbonate balance to form a neutral compound?

• The charges do not balance.

• The negative charge is greater than the positive charge.

• The positive and negative charges add up to zero.

• The positive charge is greater than the negative charge.