MHT CET202012 Oct 2020Evening ShiftChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)Actual
Which of the following formula represents laughing gas?
Options
- AN ₂ O
- BN ₂ O ₅
- C~N ₂ O ₄
- D~N ₂ O ₃
Correct answer
A. N ₂ O
Step-by-step solution
Nitrous oxide, also known as dinitrogen oxide or dinitrogen monoxide with chemical formula N ₂ O . It is commonly known as laughing gas. Under room conditions it is a colourless nonflammable gas, with a pleasant slightly sweet odour.