Nitrous Oxide

N₂O

IUPAC: Dinitrogen monoxide

CAS: 10024-97-2

Übersicht

Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is used as an anesthetic in dentistry and as a propellant in whipped cream cans. It is also a potent greenhouse gas.

Zusammensetzung

Element	Symbol	Atome	Atommasse
Nitrogen	N	2	14,0070
Oxygen	O	1	15,9990

Elementare Zusammensetzung

Nitrogen ×2

63,7%

Oxygen ×1

36,4%

Verwendung

• Dental anesthetic
• Whipped cream propellant
• Racing fuel oxidizer

Wissenswertes

✦ N₂O was first used recreationally at 'laughing gas parties' in the early 1800s, decades before its medical use

Sicherheit

⚠ Asphyxiant
⚠ Greenhouse gas (300× CO₂)
⚠ Abuse potential

Structure

SMILES

[N-]=[N+]=O

Eigenschaften

Typ: gas
Zustand: gas
Molmasse: 44,01 g/mol
Dichte: 0,0018 g/cm³
Schmelzpunkt: -90,8 °C
Siedepunkt: -88,5 °C
Löslichkeit: 1.5 g/L at 15°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass: 44,0011
XLogP: 0,5
TPSA: 19,1 Å²
H-Bond Donors: 0
H-Bond Acceptors: 2
Rotatable Bonds: 0
Heavy Atoms: 3
Complexity: 25,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nitrous Oxide?

Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) is a gas compound with the IUPAC name Dinitrogen monoxide.

What is the molecular weight of Nitrous Oxide?

Nitrous Oxide has a molar mass of 44.01 g/mol.

What state is Nitrous Oxide at room temperature?

Nitrous Oxide is a gas at room temperature.

Is Nitrous Oxide organic or inorganic?

Nitrous Oxide is classified as an inorganic compound.

What elements make up Nitrous Oxide?

Nitrous Oxide (N₂O) is composed of Nitrogen (N), Oxygen (O).