Section: Chemistry: Section I

27) Which change occurs when an Sn²⁺ ion is oxidized?

Two electrons are gained.
Two electrons are lost.
Two protons are gained.
Two protons are lost.
No change occurs.

Explanation

Oxidation means loss of electrons. When an Sn²⁺ ion is oxidized, it must lose electrons, and its electric charge must become more positive as a result.