Stannous hydroxide

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Stannous hydroxide
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Other names Tin (II) hydroxide
Identifiers
CAS number [12026-24-3]
Properties
Molecular formula Sn(OH)2
Molar mass 152.73 g/mol
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Stannous hydroxide, Sn(OH)2, is a hydroxide of tin, with tin in oxidation state +2.

Stannous hydroxide is a very weak base, being changed to stannous ion, Sn2+, only in highly acid conditions.

Stannous hydroxide is easily oxidized to stannic acid, Sn(OH)4, since tin is often found in oxidation state +4.

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