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nitrogen oxide

/ˈnaɪtrədʒən ˈɒksaɪd/

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/ˈnaɪtrədʒən ˈɒksaɪd/C1formalscientific
  • ruХимическое соединение, состоящее из азота и кислорода, обычно обозначающее оксид азота (NO) или диоксид азота (NO₂), которые являются распространёнными загрязнителями воздуха, образующимися в двигателях внутреннего сгорания и промышленных процессах.

A chemical compound composed of nitrogen and oxygen, typically referring to nitric oxide (NO) or nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), which are common air pollutants produced by combustion engines and industrial processes.

  1. Chemical compoundC1formal

    Any of several oxides of nitrogen, such as nitric oxide (NO) or nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), often produced by combustion and harmful to the environment.

    ruХимическое соединение

    • Nitrogen oxide emissions from cars contribute to air pollution.
    • The factory was fined for releasing too much nitrogen oxide into the atmosphere.
    • Scientists measure nitrogen oxide levels to study smog formation.