Bromine
(noun)
A chemical element that is a halogen, found in small quantities in sea water and in mineral springs.
Origin:
Early 19th century: from french brome, from greek brÅmos "stench", because of its strong smell.
Examples:
- Bromine is a chemical element with the symbol Br and atomic number 35.
- Bromine is a highly reactive element that is typically found in compounds.
- Bromine is used in photography, medicine, and as a flame retardant.
- Bromine is added to hot tubs and swimming pools as a disinfectant.
- Bromine is the third-lightest halogen, and is a fuming red-brown liquid at room temperature.