nitrogen pentoxide

nitrogen pentoxide

[′nī·trə·jən pen ′täk‚sīd]

(inorganic chemistry)

N₂O₅ Colorless crystals, soluble in water (forms HNO₃); decomposes at 46°C. Also known as nitrogen acid anhydride.

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