Lead(II) bromide
Lead(II) bromide, also known as plumbous bromide, is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is PbBr2. It contains lead and bromide ions. The lead is in its +2 oxidation state.
Properties
Lead(II) bromide is a white solid. It only dissolves a little in water. It melts to make a liquid that conducts a little electricity. It is toxic because it has lead in it.
Preparation
It can be made by reacting lead(II) nitrate or lead(II) acetate with hydrobromic acid or any other bromide.