Question

Which option correctly matches the chemical formula of a compound with its

name?
A. N20, nitrogen dioxide
B. NO2, nitrogen dioxide
C. N20, dinitrogen dioxide
D. NO2, dinitrogen oxide

Answer 1

B. NO₂, nitrogen dioxide

Step-by-step explanation:

Nitrogen dioxide is one of the oxides of nitrogen. It reacts highly and is very harmful for the health of humans. It is regarded as one of the pollutants of the air pollution. The chemical formula of Nitrogen dioxide is NO₂. This gas is produced during the manufacturing of the fertilizers in the industries. Burning of the fossil fuels also contribute in the emission of nitrogen dioxide. Two atoms of oxygen when reacts with one atom of Nitrogen, Nitrogen dioxide is formed.