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SnCl(2) is solid but SnCl(4) is liquid. ...

`SnCl_(2)` is solid but `SnCl_(4)` is liquid. Why ?

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To understand why SnCl₂ is solid while SnCl₄ is liquid, we can analyze the nature of these compounds and the forces that hold their molecules together. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Compounds**: - SnCl₂ (Tin(II) chloride) - SnCl₄ (Tin(IV) chloride) ...
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