Nitrous oxide molecule
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Nitrous oxide molecule
Nitrous oxide. Computer model of a molecule of nitrous oxide. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: nitrogen (blue) and oxygen (red). Nitrous oxide is a colourless non-flammable gas at room temperature. When inhaled it induces feelings of euphoria and acts as an analgesic (painkiller). Due to this, nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen and used as an anaesthetic in dentistry and surgery. It is also used as an aerosol propellant, particularly in the food industry. Nitrous oxide is a greenhouse gas and the third largest contributor to global warming after carbon dioxide and methane
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Anaesthesiology Anaesthetic Analgesic Compound Compounds Greenhouse Gas Inorganic Kyoto Gas Laughing Gas Nitrous Oxide Pollutant Recreational Drug Space Fill Bio Chemistry Biochemical Molecular Molecular Model
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate structure of a nitrous oxide molecule, revealing its composition and properties. The computer-generated model presents nitrogen atoms in striking blue spheres, while oxygen atoms are depicted as vibrant red spheres. Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is an odorless and non-flammable gas at room temperature. Beyond its visual appeal, this molecule holds significant importance in various fields. In medicine, nitrous oxide acts as both an anaesthetic and analgesic, inducing euphoria when inhaled. Dentistry and surgery rely on its pain-relieving effects by mixing it with oxygen for safe administration. Additionally, the food industry utilizes nitrous oxide as an aerosol propellant. However, this seemingly harmless compound has a darker side too. Nitrous oxide contributes to global warming as a greenhouse gas and ranks third after carbon dioxide and methane in terms of impact. Its presence in the atmosphere exacerbates climate change concerns. Through this print from Science Photo Library's collection, we gain insight into the molecular structure of nitrous oxide—a fascinating combination of chemistry and biology that simultaneously offers medical benefits but also poses environmental challenges.
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