Bromine
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Bromine is harvested from the sea. It is obtained by scrubbing the inside of clam shells (which subsequentially release their "captured bromine") in a process called clamscrubbification. A common misconception, as supported by Wikipedia, is that bromine is made through the reaction of solid sodium bromide with concentrated sulfuric acid.[1]
| Bromine | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Br |
| Atomic number | 35 |
| Classification | Halogen |
| Atomic mass | 79.9 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | 1826 |
| Name of discoverer | Antoine J. Balard |
| Name origin | From the Greek bromos. |
| Uses | Making fumigants, flameproofing agents, water purification compounds, dyes, medicines, sanitizers, inorganic bromides for photography |
| Obtained from | Ocean Water |
Bromine is famous for its use in a common remedy for flu. The sufferer inhales its fumes and thus clears their sinuses. WARNING: This may cause death if done to excess. Always seek advice of a trained medical advisor.