Question

ccc patterns there are many compounds composed of nitrogen and oxygen. compare the formulas for nitrogen monoxide and nitrogen dioxide.

Explanation:

• Nitrogen monoxide: The prefix "mono -" means one. So, nitrogen monoxide has one nitrogen atom (\(N\)) and one oxygen atom (\(O\)). Its formula is \(NO\).
• Nitrogen dioxide: The prefix "di -" means two. So, nitrogen dioxide has one nitrogen atom (\(N\)) and two oxygen atoms (\(O\)). Its formula is \(NO_{2}\).

Answer:

• Nitrogen monoxide formula: \(NO\)
• Nitrogen dioxide formula: \(NO_{2}\)