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Nitrogen Monoxide

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Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Nitrogen monoxide, also known as nitric oxide, is a colorless gas with the formula NO. It plays significant roles in several biological processes including neurotransmission and immune defense.

AP course connection

Topic 7.4: 7.4 Calculating the Equilibrium Constant

Unit 7

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