IBr

Definition

IBr refers to iodine monobromide, a chemical compound consisting of one iodine atom and one bromine atom bonded together. It is a reddish-brown solid that can be used as a reagent or catalyst in certain reactions.

Related terms

Halogen:

Halogens are a group of elements in the periodic table that includes fluorine (F), chlorine (Cl), bromine (Br), iodine (I), and astatine (At).

Redox Reaction:

A redox reaction involves the transfer of electrons between reactants, with one species being oxidized and another being reduced.

Catalyst:

A catalyst is a substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed itself.