Nitrous Oxide

N₂O

IUPAC: Dinitrogen monoxide

CAS: 10024-97-2

Ikhtisar

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.

Komposisi

Unsur Simbol Atom Massa Atom
Nitrogen N 2 14,0070
Oxygen O 1 15,9990

Komposisi Elemental

N
63,7%
O
36,4%

Kegunaan

  • Dental anesthetic
  • Whipped cream propellant
  • Racing fuel oxidizer

Fakta Menarik

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

Keselamatan

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

Structure

SMILES

[N-]=[N+]=O

Sifat

Jenis
gas
Keadaan
gas
Massa Molar
44,01 g/mol
Kerapatan
0,0018 g/cm³
Titik Lebur
-90,8 °C
Titik Didih
-88,5 °C
Kelarutan
1.5 g/L at 15°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
44,0011
XLogP
0,5
TPSA
19,1 Ų
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).