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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Nomenclature of Covalent Compounds

Question 17 • *26-27 CFISD TX-Chemistry A CR

What is the common name for N2O?

Answer
A
mononitrogen dioxide
B
dinitrogen monoxide
C
nitrogen oxide
D
nitrous oxide

Explanation

N₂O is commonly called nitrous oxide, so the correct choice is “nitrous oxide.” Its systematic molecular name is dinitrogen monoxide, but the question asks for the common name.

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