HNO₃HNO363.0100 g·mol⁻¹
Molar mass63.010 g·mol⁻¹calc 63.012 • Atomic weights: CIAAW 2021 (conventional atomic weights)
FormulaHNO₃HNO3
Classacid • covalentliquid
| Element | Count | Mass (g/mol) | Mass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| H | 1 | 1.008 | 1.60% |
| N | 1 | 14.007 | 22.23% |
| O | 3 | 47.997 | 76.17% |
Physical properties
- State at STP
- liquid
- Density
- 1.51 g·cm⁻³ (liquid (100%) at 20 °C, 1 atm)
- Melting point
- 231.15 K (1 atm)
- Boiling point
- 356 K (1 atm)
Structure & bonding
Trigonal planar nitrate with one OH. Strong acid and oxidizing agent.
Occurrence & preparation
Ostwald process: oxidation of ammonia.
Uses
- Fertilizer
- Nitration
Safety
Corrosive and oxidizing — severe burns.
Consult current SDS. — consult current SDS before handling.