Description
Properties of Sodium Nitrite
| Name | Sodium Nitrite |
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Chemical Formula | NaNO2 |
| Melting Point | 271 °C |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes above 320 °C |
| Density | 2.17 g/cm³ |
| Molar Mass | 68.9953 g/mol |
| Solubility in Water | Soluble |
Sodium Nitrite Uses
- Listed in the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines, sodium nitrite is an effective drug for cyanide poisoning.
- It is used as a humane toxin for wild boar control
- It is responsible for the desirable red colour in meat
- Used as a food additive
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