Question

write the formula for the following covalent compound: carbon tetrabromide

Explanation:

Step1: Identify elements and prefixes

Carbon (C) has no prefix (implies 1), tetra - bromide means 4 bromine (Br) atoms.

Step2: Combine elements with subscripts

Use the number of each atom: C (1) and Br (4). So the formula is $CBr_4$.

Answer:

$CBr_4$