Cadmium bromide
Cadmium bromide is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is CdBr2. It has cadmium and bromide ions in it. The cadmium is in its +2 oxidation state.
Properties[change | change source]
Cadmium bromide is a very pale yellow solid. It easily dissolves in water. It is quite toxic.
Preparation[change | change source]
Cadmium bromide is made by reacting cadmium with bromine or by reacting cadmium or its oxide with hydrobromic acid and evaporating the solution in helium.
Uses[change | change source]
It is used in photography and engraving.