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Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) (N₂O) — Properties, Uses & Safety

🌍 Atmospheric & Environmental

Overview

A greenhouse gas 300x more potent than CO2; used as a dental anesthetic and propellant in whipped cream dispensers.

IUPAC Name: nitrous oxide
CAS Number: 10024-97-2
PubChem CID: 948
Molecular Formula: N₂O
Molar Mass: 44.013 g/mol
State at STP: gas
Appearance: Colorless, sweet-smelling gas

Safety Information

GHS Hazard Codes

H270H280H336

GHS Pictograms

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