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Definition of Sn(NO3)2
1.1 Sn(NO3)2 is commonly known as Stannous nitrate, or Tin II Nitrate.
1.2 Sn(NO3)2 has a total molecular weight of 242.711 g/mol.
1.3 This compound consists of one Sn2+ ion and two NO3- ions. In the Sn2+ ion, the Sn core has 50 electrons, with 48 electrons belonging to the lowest energy level, while the remaining 2 electrons belong to a higher energy level.
1.4 The structure of the NO3- ion consists of one Nitrogen atom and three Oxygen atoms. -
Properties:
2.1 Sn(NO3)2 is a solid, white, odorless substance. The pH of this salt solution in water is neutral.
2.2 Chemical properties: Sn(NO3)2 readily reacts with other metals to form new salts and nitrogen gas N2. -
Common chemical equations:
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Preparation of Sn(NO3)2
4.1 Laboratory preparation: Sn(NO3)2 is usually prepared by reacting Sn with dilute HNO3.
4.2 Industrial preparation: In industry, Sn(NO3)2 is typically produced by reacting Sn with concentrated HNO3 under high temperature and pressure conditions.