Bromic acid
chemical compound
Bromic acid is a chemical compound. It is also an acid. Its chemical formula is HBrO3. It contains hydrogen and bromate ions.
Properties change
Bromic acid cannot be found pure. It can be found in a solution though. It is very corrosive and a strong oxidizing agent. It is similar to chloric acid.
Preparation change
Bromic acid is made by adding a strong acid to a bromate such as sodium bromate.
Uses change
Bromic acid can be used to make bromates, although it is not normally used.