What is Sn2Cl4? Important knowledge about Sn2Cl4.

Definition of Sn₂Cl₄
1.1 Names
1.1.1 Common Name: Tin(II) chloride crystals
1.1.2 English Name: Tin(II) chloride
1.2 Atomic composition: Sn₂Cl₄ has a total of 6 atoms in one molecule, including 2 atoms of Sn (stannum or tin) and 4 atoms of Cl (chlorine).
1.3 Atomic mass: The atomic mass of Sn₂Cl₄ is 276.222g/mol.
1.3.1 Molecular structure: Sn₂Cl₄ has a minimal molecular structure, in which two Sn atoms are connected to each other through a covalent bond, and each Sn atom is connected to two Cl atoms.
1.4 Ion structure: In Sn₂Cl₄, Sn creates Sn₂+ ions and Cl creates Cl- ions.

Properties: Sn₂Cl₄
2.1 Physical properties of Sn₂Cl₄: Sn₂Cl₄ is a colorless solid with a crystalline shape. It has no characteristic smell and has a neutral pH.
2.2 Chemical properties of Sn₂Cl₄: Sn₂Cl₄ has the chemical properties of a transition metal salt, including oxidative properties and complexing ability.

Common chemical equations for Sn₂Cl₄: Sn₂Cl₄ participates in many chemical reactions such as reactions with metals, acids, non-metals, and salts.

Preparation of Sn₂Cl₄
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of Sn₂Cl₄: Sn₂Cl₄ is usually synthesized by mixing tin and chlorine in an airless environment.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of Sn₂Cl₄: On an industrial scale, Sn₂Cl₄ is usually produced by reacting tin with chlorine under high temperature and pressure conditions.