Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide

Cl2 + 2NaBr → 2NaCl + Br2

Übersicht

Chlorine gas displaces bromine from sodium bromide solution because chlorine is a stronger oxidizing agent than bromine. The colorless solution turns orange-brown as molecular bromine is liberated. This demonstrates the halogen displacement series.

Teilnehmer

Rolle Substanz Koeffizient Zustand
Reaktant Chlorine Cl 1 (g)
Produkt Bromine Br 1 (l)
Produkt Sodium Chloride NaCl 2 (aq)

Alltägliches Beispiel

Chlorination of sea water to extract bromine for flame retardant production uses this displacement principle on an industrial scale.

Industrielle Bedeutung

This displacement reaction is the basis for industrial bromine extraction from brine and seawater, producing most of the world's bromine supply.

Eigenschaften

Typ
Single Replacement
Reversibel
Nein
Energie
Exotherm
ΔH
-94,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide?
The balanced equation is: Cl₂ + 2NaBr → 2NaCl + Br₂.
What type of reaction is Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide?
Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide is a single replacement reaction.
Is Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide exothermic or endothermic?
Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -94.0 kJ/mol.