Chlorine Displacing Bromine from Sodium Bromide

Cl2 + 2NaBr → 2NaCl + Br2

Tổng quan

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.

Người tham gia

Vai trò Chất Hệ số Trạng thái
Chất phản ứng Chlorine Cl 1 (g)
Sản phẩm Bromine Br 1 (l)
Sản phẩm Sodium Chloride NaCl 2 (aq)

Ví dụ thực tế

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

Tầm quan trọng công nghiệp

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

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.