Zinc bromide facts for kids
Zinc bromide is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is ZnBr2. It contains zinc and bromide ions. It looks like a white powder and can absorb moisture from the air.
Quick facts for kids Zinc bromide |
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IUPAC name | Zinc bromide |
Other names | Zinc(II) bromide, Zinc dibromide |
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RTECS number | ZH1150000 |
SMILES | Br[Zn]Br |
InChI
InChI=1/2BrH.Zn/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2
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Properties | |
Molecular formula | |
Molar mass | 0 g mol-1 |
Appearance | white crystalline powder hygroscopic |
Density | 4.20 g/cm3 (20 °C) 4.22 g/cm3 (25 °C) |
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Boiling point | |
311 g/100 mL (0 °C) 447 g/100 mL (20 °C) 538 g/100 mL (100 °C) |
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Solubility | very soluble in alcohol, ether, acetone, tetrahydrofuran |
Refractive index (nD) | 1.5452 |
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Flash point | Non-flammable |
Related compounds | |
Other anions | Zinc fluoride, Zinc chloride, Zinc iodide |
Other cations | Cadmium bromide, Mercury(II) bromide, Calcium bromide |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) |
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What is Zinc Bromide Like?
Zinc bromide is a solid that has no color. It dissolves easily in water. When it dissolves, it creates a solution that is acidic. It is also hygroscopic, which means it can take in moisture from the air.
How is Zinc Bromide Made?
Scientists can make zinc bromide in a few ways.
- One way is to mix barium bromide with zinc sulfate. This reaction creates zinc bromide and also barium sulfate, which can be filtered out.
- Another method is to react zinc metal directly with bromine.
- It can also be made by reacting zinc with hydrogen bromide or hydrobromic acid.
What is Zinc Bromide Used For?
Zinc bromide has several important uses:
- It is used in a field of science called organic chemistry. This is the study of chemicals that contain carbon.
- It can act as a shield to protect against radiation. This is important in places where radiation might be present.
- There are special batteries that use zinc bromide to store energy.
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