Atlas: nitrogen acids, ions, and salts
Nitric acid, nitrous acid, nitrate, nitrite, and their salts are important in industry, soils, water, and environmental chemistry.
Two oxyacids
Nitric acid is HNO₃; nitrous acid is HNO₂. They differ in oxygen count and oxidation state. Nitric acid is an important industrial chemical; nitrous acid is unstable in many conditions.
Nitrate and nitrite
Nitrate is NO₃⁻ and nitrite is NO₂⁻. Sodium nitrate, potassium nitrate, and ammonium nitrate are examples of salts. Their uses and hazards depend on the full substance and context.
Sources and further reading
These references are starting points. Check the source directly for definitions, dates, units, and context. This is an educational overview, not an operating manual or professional advice.
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