- Source: Tribromine octoxide
Tribromine octoxide is a binary inorganic compound of bromine and oxygen with the chemical formula Br3O8. This is a free radical and one of the most complex bromine oxides.
Synthesis
A reaction of Br2 with O3 at 273 K and low pressure.
Physical properties
The compound forms a white solid. It exists in two forms which are both soluble in water. It is unstable above -73 °C.
