Question

given the equation representing a reaction:

Sn^4+(aq) + 2e- -------> Sn^2+ (aq)

which term best describes this reaction?

a) ionization
b) neutralization
c) oxidation
d) reduction

Answer 1

Sn⁺⁴ takes electrons to become Sn⁺².  This process is called d) reduction.