bromine

[ˈbroʊmiːn]
nounmasculinepl: bromines
bromo
1. A chemical element (Br) with atomic number 35, a reddish-brown volatile liquid at room temperature, belonging to the halogen group
Bromine is used in various industrial applications and flame retardants.
O bromo é usado em várias aplicações industriais e retardantes de chama.
2. A substance used for disinfection and water treatment
Bromine tablets are added to swimming pools to prevent algae growth.
Tabletes de bromo são adicionados às piscinas para evitar o crescimento de algas.
Bromine is primarily discussed in scientific, chemical, and industrial contexts in both Brazilian and American English. It has no colloquial usage and is a technical term confined to chemistry, water treatment, and manufacturing sectors. The term is identical in both Portuguese and English scientific communities.

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bromo
Standard term used in chemistry and industrial contexts
Portugal
bromo
Same standard term, used identically in Portuguese chemistry
Technical/Scientific
bromo ou brometo
Brometo may be used when referring to bromine compounds

Related Words

halogenchlorineiodineperiodic tablechemical elementdisinfectant
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