Bromine


 * Element Name:** Bromine[[image:Bromine.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Element Symbol:** Br


 * Atomic Mass**: 80


 * Atomic Number:** 35


 * Protons:** 35


 * Electrons:** 35


 * Discovery:** This element was discovered by Antoine J. Balard in the year of 1826 in France.


 * How it is named:** It was named by a greek word called "bromos" meaning "stench".


 * State of matter:** It was a liquid.


 * Melting Point:** -7.2°C


 * Boiling Point:** 58.78°C


 * Characteristics:** It has a reddish-brown color. It has a strong unpleasant odor as a red vapor. Also it has a health hazard.


 * Uses:** It is used for disinfectants.


 * Interesting Facts:** It is the only liquid nonmetallic. When it contacts with your skin it will cause painful sores.

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