What is NBr3? Important knowledge about NBr3.

1. Definition of NBr₃

Nitrogen tribromide (NBr₃) is a chemical compound with the formula NBr₃. Its English name is Nitrogen tribromide. The number of atoms in a molecule of NBr₃ is four, including one nitrogen atom and three bromide atoms. The atomic mass of nitrogen and bromine is 14 and 80 respectively, from which we can deduce that the molecular mass of NBr₃ is 254 u. NBr₃ does not form ions.

2. Properties: NBr₃

2.1 Physical properties of NBr₃
NBr₃ is solid with a dark red color. This compound does not have a distinctive smell. The PH of NBr₃ cannot be measured because it is insoluble in water.

2.2 Chemical properties of NBr₃
NBr₃ is highly explosive, so extreme caution is needed when handling it. It can react with metals, acids, non-metals, and salts.

3. Common chemical reactions of NBr₃
   Due to the explosive nature of NBr₃, common chemical reactions of NBr₃ are not often conducted in the laboratory.

4. Synthesis of NBr₃

4.1 Laboratory synthesis of NBr₃
Due to the dangerous nature of NBr₃, it is not recommended to synthesize NBr₃ in a school laboratory.

4.2 Industrial synthesis of NBr₃
In the industry, NBr₃ is usually synthesized by reacting nitrogen with bromine. However, this process needs to be carefully controlled to avoid the risk of explosion.