Chlorine nitrate

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Chlorine nitrate
bond lengths and angles of the planar chlorine nitrate molecule
resonance structures of the chlorine nitrate molecule
Identifiers
CAS number [14545-72-3]
Properties
Molecular formula ClNO3
Molar mass 97.46
Appearance red? gas
Hazards
EU classification Toxic (T), corrosive (C)
NFPA 704
0
3
2
 
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Chlorine nitrate is an important atmospheric gas present in the stratosphere. It is an important sink of chlorine that contributes to the depletion of ozone.


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