Chemistry: Atoms First (2nd Edition)

by Zumdahl, Steven S.; Zumdahl, Susan A.

Published by Cengage Learning

ISBN 10: 1305079248

ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-924-3

Chapter 19 - Review Questions - Page 789: 10

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The tin(IV) halides are more volatile than the tin(II) halides because tin(IV) has a higher oxidation state and a greater tendency to form volatile compounds. The higher oxidation state leads to more polar bonds, making the tin(IV) halides less stable and more likely to volatilize as compared to the tin(II) halides.

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