Chapter 11.2, Problem 12SP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To determine the formula for the binary compound that decomposed to the products ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}$ and ${\text{Br}}_{\text{2}}$ .

Concept Introduction: The compound formed by more than one atom then it will form a binary compound.

Answer to Problem 12SP

The formula of binary compound will be $\text{HBr}$ .

Explanation of Solution

When hydrogen will react with bromine, then it will form hydrogen bromide.

  ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{}{\text{+Br}}_2\to 2\text{HBr}$

Therefore, the formula of the binary compound will be $\text{HBr}$ .