NaNO₃NaNO384.9900 g·mol⁻¹
Molar mass84.990 g·mol⁻¹calc 84.994 • Atomic weights: CIAAW 2021 (conventional atomic weights)
FormulaNaNO₃NaNO3
Classsalt • ionicsolid
| Element | Count | Mass (g/mol) | Mass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Na | 1 | 22.990 | 27.05% |
| N | 1 | 14.007 | 16.48% |
| O | 3 | 47.997 | 56.47% |
Physical properties
- State at STP
- solid
- Density
- 2.26 g·cm⁻³ (solid at 20 °C, 1 atm)
- Melting point
- 580 K (1 atm)
- Boiling point
- 653 K (decomposes)
Structure & bonding
Na+ with trigonal planar NO3- — strong oxidizer.
Occurrence & preparation
Mineral nitratine; produced by neutralizing nitric acid.
Uses
- Fertilizer
- Food preservative (regulated)
Safety
Oxidizer — keep away from combustibles.
Consult current SDS. — consult current SDS before handling.