Question

Which is the IUPAC name for NO?

Answer 1

Answer:

nitrogen monoxide

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

Nitrogen (ii) oxide

Explanation:

To know the IUPAC name for NO, we shall determine the oxidation number of N in NO.

NOTE: The oxidation number of oxygen (O) is always – 2.

Thus the oxidation number of N in NO can be obtained as follow:

N + O = 0 (ground state)

N + (– 2) = 0

N – 2 = 0

Collect like terms

N = 0 + 2

N = +2

Thus, the oxidation number of Nitrogen (N) in NO is +2.

Therefore, the IUPAC name for NO is Nitrogen (ii) oxide