Ammonium nitrite
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Ammonium nitrite is a chemical compound with the chemical formula [NH4]NO2. It is the ammonium salt of nitrous acid. It is composed of ammonium cations [NH4]+ and nitrite anions NO−2. It is not used in pure isolated form since it is highly unstable and decomposes into water and nitrogen, even at room temperature.
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[NH4]NO2 | |
Molar mass | 64.044 g·mol−1 |
Appearance | colorless or pale yellow crystals |
Density | 1.69 g/cm3 |
Melting point | Decomposes |
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Shock sensitivity | Low |
Friction sensitivity | Low |
Detonation velocity | >1000 m/s |
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Flash point | Non-flammable |
Non-flammable | |
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Other anions |
Ammonium nitrate |
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Sodium nitrite |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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