Optical constants of CHBr3 (Bromoform)
Ghosal et al. 1993: n 1–13 µm
Complex refractive index (n+ik)
Derived optical constants
Conditions
temperature: 298
Comments
298 K (25 °C)
References
S. Ghosal, J. L. Ebert, and S. A. Self. The infrared refractive indices of CHBr3, CCl4 and CS2. IR Physics 34, 621-628 (1993)
Data
Additional information
About Bromoform
Bromoform (CHBr3) is a dense, colorless to pale-yellow liquid that has a high refractive index and emits a sweet odor similar to that of chloroform. It is one of the trihalomethanes, with three bromine atoms attached to a central carbon atom. Historically, bromoform was used as a solvent, sedative, and flame retardant, but due to its potential health risks and environmental concerns, its use has been largely restricted in many countries. It can be produced as a byproduct during the chlorination of drinking water that contains bromide ions. Exposure to bromoform can be harmful, and it has been classified as a possible human carcinogen based on animal studies.
Other names and variations:- CHBr3
- Tribromomethane
- Methenyl tribromide
- Methyl tribromide