The tin compound used to strengthen teeth has the formula SnF₂. Which of the following is the correct IUPAC name for this compound?

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The prefix "di" means two, so SnF2 would be called "tin difluoride." However, this compound has additional elements in its formula, specifically two units each of B and S. According to IUPAC naming conventions, these must be included in the name using prefixes and suffixes. The U symbol indicates a unit (or one) of an unknown compound, while the subscript numbers indicate the number of units present. Therefore, the compound must be named "tin(II) fluoride," with the B and S units written as prefixes following the main name.

The Tin Compound Used to Strengthen Teeth Has the Formula