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Detailed information about the equation 2Sn + O2 -> 2SnO2
This chemical equation describes the reaction process between tin (Sn) and oxygen (O2), the result of the reaction is the formation of tin dioxide (SnO2). -
Reaction conditions
This reaction takes place at high temperatures, when tin is burned in the air. -
Reaction process
At high temperatures, tin reacts with oxygen in the air, forming tin dioxide. -
Occurring phenomena
When tin is burned in the air, the phenomenon that occurs is the color change of the substances involved in the reaction. The tin initially has a silver-white color, after the reaction it turns brick color due to the formation of tin dioxide. If the reaction takes place in a closed condition, you can see the amount of oxygen in the air decreasing gradually.