The reaction between tin and oxygen
When tin reacts with oxygen it forms tin (IV) oxide.
Tin | + | Oxygen | → | Tin (IV) oxide |
Sn | + | O2 | → | SnO2 |
Tin (IV) oxide is white and insoluble in water. It is often used as a fine polishing agent.
When tin reacts with oxygen it forms tin (IV) oxide.
Tin | + | Oxygen | → | Tin (IV) oxide |
Sn | + | O2 | → | SnO2 |
Tin (IV) oxide is white and insoluble in water. It is often used as a fine polishing agent.