Hydrazoic acid

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Hydrazoic Acid

Hydrazoic Acid (pronounced: hy·​dra·​zo·​ic acid, /haɪˈdreɪ.zoʊ.ɪk ˈæsɪd/), also known as Azohydric Acid or Hydrogen Azide, is a colorless, volatile, and highly explosive liquid compound. Its chemical formula is HN3.

Etymology

The term "Hydrazoic Acid" is derived from the Greek words 'hydor' meaning water and 'azoos' meaning lifeless. The 'azoic' part of the name refers to the azide ion (N3-) which is a part of the compound.

Chemical Properties

Hydrazoic Acid is a powerful reducing agent. It reacts with most metals and metal oxides, and it is often used in the synthesis of various chemical compounds. It is highly toxic and can be lethal if inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

Related Terms

  • Azide: An ion with the formula N3-. It is a part of Hydrazoic Acid.
  • Hydrazine: A chemical compound with the formula N2H4. It is structurally similar to Hydrazoic Acid.
  • Nitrogen: A chemical element with the symbol N and atomic number 7. It is a part of Hydrazoic Acid.
  • Acid: A molecule or ion capable of donating a proton (hydrogen ion H+), or, alternatively, capable of forming a covalent bond with an electron pair.

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