Typpioksidiyhdisteillä
Typpioksidiyhdisteillä, commonly referred to as nitrogen oxides (NOx), is a group of chemical compounds containing nitrogen and oxygen. These compounds are formed during combustion processes, particularly at high temperatures, and are prevalent in various industrial applications, vehicle exhaust, and natural phenomena like lightning. The most common and environmentally significant nitrogen oxides are nitric oxide (NO) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2).
Nitric oxide is a colorless gas that is relatively stable in the atmosphere. However, upon contact with
NOx plays a significant role in air pollution. In the atmosphere, nitrogen dioxide contributes to the formation
Despite their environmental drawbacks, nitrogen oxides have some industrial uses. For instance, they are employed in