Ferrous Bromide

Name:
Ferrous Bromide
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	iron bromide
M Formula:	FeBr2•6H2O
Properties:
Green, crystalline powder; very deliquescent. D 4.636, mp 27C. Readily oxidized in moist air; soluble in water and alcohol.
Derivation:
Action of bromine on iron filings.
Use:
Polymerization catalyst.