Tungsten hexabromide
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Tungsten hexabromide, also known as tungsten(VI) bromide, is a chemical compound of tungsten and bromine with the formula WBr6. It is an air-sensitive dark grey powder that decomposes above 200 °C to tungsten(V) bromide and bromine.[1][3]
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WBr6 | |
Molar mass | 663.264 g/mol |
Appearance | Dark grey solid |
Density | 5.32 g/cm3 |
Melting point | 232 °C (450 °F; 505 K) (decomposition) |
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Solubility | Soluble in ethanol, ether, carbon disulfide, and ammonia[1] |
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620.8 Å3 |
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3 |
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Tungsten hexafluoride Tungsten hexachloride |
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Tungsten(V) bromide |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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