What is Tin(II) iodide?
'''Tin(II) iodide''', also known as '''stannous iodide''', is a [[chemical compound]]. Its chemical formula is SnI<sub>2</sub>. It contains [[tin]] and [[iodide]] [[ion]]s. The tin is in its +2 [[oxidation state]]. ==Properties== Tin(II) iodide is a red-orange solid. It is a [[reducing agent]]. ==Preparation== It is made by dissolving tin or [[tin(II) oxide|its oxide]] in [[hydriodic acid]]. ==Related pages== *[[Tin(IV) iodide]] *[[Tin(II) chloride]] {{chem-stub}} [[Category:Tin compounds]] [[Category:Iodine compounds]]