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Oct 20, 2014
The molecular formula for zinc chloride is
The most common formal oxidation state of zinc is +2, and the most common oxidation state of chlorine is -1. In order to form a neutral molecule, two chlorine atoms are required for each zinc atom.
The molar mass of zinc chloride is:
1
2
Total = 136.315 g/mol
(close to the value quoted in the question)