Question

What is the formula of tin (II) acetate?

Answer 1

Answer:

Sn(C2H3O2)2

Explanation:

C2H3O2 is Acetate

Sn is tin

Acetate has a -1 charge

In order for tin to have a +2 charge, we need two acetates

So we write it as (C2H3O2)2

You just leave Sn blank because of the roman numeral and since it is a transition metal.

So the answer is Sn(C2H3O2)2

Answer 2

Answer:

$\boxed {\boxed {\sf Sn (C_2 H_3 O_2)_2}}$

Explanation:

First, find what tin and acetate is.

• Acetate: C₂H₃O₂
• Tin: Sn

Next, find the charge on acetate, which is -1.

The Roman Numeral 2 in parentheses after tin (II), signifies that the tin has a charge of +2.

We need to balance the charges, so they will equal 0.

• 1 acetate= -1
• Tin = +2

The best way to balance is by using 2 acetate molecules

• 2 acetate = -2
• Tin = +2
• -2 +2=0

If we want 2 acetate molecules, we must add a subscript of 2 after acetate.

• Acetate: C₂H₃O₂

• 2 Acetate: (C₂H₃O₂)₂

Add the tin (Sn) in front

• Tin (II) Acetate: Sn (C₂H₃O₂)₂

The formula for tin (II) acetate is Sn (C₂H₃O₂)₂