| nitrogen dioxide |
CAS Number: 10102-44-0. A toxic, reddish-brown gas that is a strong oxidizing agent. It is produced by combustion (as of fossil fuels), and is an atmospheric pollutant. Chemical formula = NO2. Molecular weight = 46.0055 g/mol.
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| nitrobenzene |
CAS Number: 98-95-3. A poisonous, yellow, insoluble oil with an almond odor that is used as a solvent, as a mild oxidizing agent, and in making aniline. Chemical formula = C6H5NO2. Molecular weight = 123.11 g/mol. Learn More...
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| nitrous oxide |
Also known as: Laughing gas and Dinitrogen monoxide. CAS Number: 10024-97-2. A colorless, nonflammable gas with a slightly sweet odor. Used mainly as an anesthetic in minor and major surgeries. Chemical formula = N2O. Molecular weight = 44.02 g/mol.
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| nitrogen fixation |
The process of converting inorganic, atmospheric nitrogen into an organic form of nitrogen, ammonia. This process can be carried out by lightning, by photochemical fixation in the atmosphere, or by the action of microorganisms. Also, the chemical processes used in the manufacture of fertilizers.
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| nitrogen fixation |
Description: Biological assimilation of atmospheric nitrogen to form organic nitrogen-containing compounds. Source: Specialized encyclopedia and dictionaries
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