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Which of the following is called the bitter of tin?(a) SnCl2.5HO(b) SnCl2.H2O(c) SnCl.5H2O(d) SnCl2.5H2OI had been asked this question during a job interview.I'd like to ask this question from p-Block Elements in chapter p-Block Elements of Chemistry – Class 11

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The correct choice is (d) SnCl2.5H2O

Easy explanation: The compound Stannous chloride with 5 moles of WATER is CALLED BITTER of TIN and it is used as a mordant in dyeing as it GIVES bright colours. Its chemical formula is given by SnCl2.5H2O and it is a white crystalline solid.



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