Title: Gold Tribromide

CAS Registry Number: 10294-28-7

Additional Names: Auric bromide

Molecular Formula: AuBr3

Molecular Weight: 436.68

Percent Composition: Au 45.11%, Br 54.89%

Literature References: Prepn: Burawoy, Gibson, J. Chem. Soc. 1935, 217.

Properties: Brownish-black powder. mp about 160° with decompn. Sol in water with reddish-brown color; also sol in alcohol, glycerol, but gradually reduced by them. Keep well closed and protected from light.

Melting point: mp about 160° with decompn

 

 

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