Which of the following lists the correct symbol for the ion that tin forms when it loses 2 electrons, the correct classification of the ion as an anion or a cation, and the name of the ion?
A) Sn; cation; tin(II) ion
B) Sn; anion; tin(II) ion
C) Sn; anion; tin ion
D) Sn; cation; tin ion

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Answer:

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Explanation:

The symbol for TIN is Sn.

When Sn loses 2 electrons, it gets a double positive charge ( +2 ) and becomes [tex]\sf Sn ^{+2}[/tex].

It becomes a cation.

The name of Ion is Tin ( II ) Ion.

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Answer:

option a

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