Tin Reacts to Form Several Organic Compounds

question 92

Multiple Choice

Tin reacts to form several organic compounds. Which of the following is a use for organotin compounds?

• A) They are starting materials for polymers.
• B) They can be used as fungicides.
• C) They can be used to prepare semiconductors.
• D) They can be used as solvents for reactions involving polar organic compounds.
• E) They are used as protective coatings to prevent corrosion of metals.

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