BROMINE
\bɹˈɒma͡ɪn], \bɹˈɒmaɪn], \b_ɹ_ˈɒ_m_aɪ_n]\
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a nonmetallic largely pentavalent heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water
By Princeton University
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a nonmetallic largely pentavalent heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A halogen with the atomic symbol Br, atomic number 36, and atomic weight 79.904. It is a volatile reddish-brown liquid that gives off suffocating vapors, is corrosive to the skin, and may cause severe gastroenteritis if ingested.
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By Daniel Lyons
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A simple body, of a very volatile nature, and highly offensive and suffocating odour, whence its name, from, 'a stench.' It is met with chiefly in sea-water, and in many animal and vegetable bodies that live therein. It has likewise been found in many mineral waters of this and other countries. In its chemical relations, it may be placed between chlorine and iodine. With oxygen it forms an acid-the Bromic, and with hydrogen another-the Hydrobromic.
By Robley Dunglison
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