Oxidation Numbers in SnCl2

The video tutorial explains how to determine the oxidation numbers for SnCl2, also known as tin(II) chloride. It begins by identifying SnCl2 as a neutral compound and explains that the sum of oxidation numbers must equal zero. Tin, being a transition metal, requires analysis of its bonding to determine its oxidation number. Chlorine, a halogen, typically has an oxidation number of -1. The tutorial calculates that for the compound to be neutral, tin must have an oxidation number of +2, hence the name tin(II) chloride. The video concludes by verifying the calculations.

What is the overall charge of SnCl2?

• Positive

• Neutral

• Depends on the environment

• Negative

Why can't we determine the oxidation number of tin just by looking at it?

• Because tin is a halogen

• Because tin is a non-metal

• Because tin is a transition metal

• Because tin is a noble gas

What is the oxidation number of chlorine in SnCl2?

• +2

• 0

• -1

• +1

How do we ensure the sum of oxidation numbers in SnCl2 equals zero?

• By assigning +2 to tin and -1 to each chlorine

• By assigning -2 to tin and +1 to each chlorine

• By assigning 0 to both tin and chlorine

• By assigning +1 to tin and -1 to each chlorine

What is the oxidation number of tin in SnCl2?

• +1

• +2

• 0

• -2

What is the significance of the name 'tin(II) chloride'?

• It indicates tin has an oxidation number of +1

• It indicates tin has an oxidation number of +2

• It indicates tin has an oxidation number of 0

• It indicates tin has an oxidation number of -2