NOCl

Definition

NOCl is an abbreviation for nitrogen oxychloride, which is formed from nitrogen monoxide and chlorine gas combining. It has one nitrogen atom, one oxygen atom, and one chlorine atom, with the chemical formula NOCl.

Related terms

Nitrogen Pentoxide (N2O5): An oxide compound consisting of two nitrogen atoms and five oxygen atoms, formed from nitrogen monoxide reacting further with oxygen.

Nitrosyl Chloride (NOCl2): A related compound that can be formed as an intermediate during the reaction between nitrogen monoxide and chlorine gas.

Catalyst:

A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed itself.