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Nitrous oxide, N2O, commonly known as laughing gas, is used as an anesthetic in minor surgeries, such as the routine extraction of wisdom teeth. Which is the likely structure for nitrous oxide?

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Nitrous oxide (N2O), better known as laughing gas or fun gas, was first discovered in 1793 by English scientist Joseph Priestly and used for over 150 years.

It has always been one of the most widely used anesthetics in both dental and medical applications.

 

Nitrous oxide is a small, inorganic chemical molecule and may also be known as dinitrogen oxide or dinitrogen monoxide.

It is a colorless, non-flammable gas with a slight odor.

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