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Definition of CBr4
1.1 Name
CBr4 is commonly referred to as Tetrabromomethane or carbon tetrabromide.
1.2 Atomic Structure
CBr4 consists of one Carbon (C) atom and four Bromine (Br) atoms.
1.3 Atomic Weight
The atomic weight of CBr4 is 331.7 g/mol.
1.4 Ion Formation
CBr4 does not form ions as it is a stable compound. -
Characteristics of CBr4
2.1 Physical Properties
CBr4 is a solid at room temperature, is white or colorless, and odorless. Its PH level is not determined as it is insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical Properties
CBr4 does not react with water and most other substances, but it can react with strong alkali metals like K at high temperatures to produce KBr and release CO2 gas. -
Common Chemical Equations
CBr4 + 4K -> 4KBr + CO2(Reactionwithmetal) -
Preparation of CBr4
4.1 Laboratory Preparation
CBr4 can be prepared from the reaction of CCl4 with HBr.
4.2 Industrial Preparation
CBr4 is produced from the reaction of bromine with carbon or other carbon compounds at high temperatures.