Nitrogen Reactions: Does N2 React?

In summary: The amines are the most important, and include amino acids and neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. The amides are less common, and include compounds like acetamide and benzamide. The azoles are a group of compounds that includes azinphos-methyl and azinphos-ethyl. The azines are a group of compounds that includes alizarin and triphenylamine. Not all of these compounds are found in nature, but all of them are organic nitrogen compounds. In summary, most elements will react under certain conditions, including the noble gases. Ammonia and nitrates are examples of high tonnage industrial products that are based on element-based compounds. TiN
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Serj
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Does Nitrogen (N2) react with anything?
 
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sure.

not readily, though. thankfully, a few organisms will fix it to a reduced form.
 
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not under normal circumstances I don't think,

under high temeratue and pressure, it will react with hydrogen gas to make ammonia,
N2 + 3H2 -> 2NH3
 
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Reacts with oxygen in a combustion engine (due to the heat).

The Bob (2004 ©)
 
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With metalic lithium IIRC
 
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yes all elements react exspet for helium neon and argon even xeon and kripton can react with flourine to form the most powerful oxidizers
 
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kclo4x said:
all elements react exspet for helium neon and argon
Both argon and neon form compounds in certain conditions.

The Bob (2004 ©)
 
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Given the right temperature and pressure conditions, most elements will react. The noble gases are least likely to react though, and IIRC, compounds of Xe and Kr may form under special conditions with Xe reacting with F and O, and Kr with F. F is the most electronegative element (highest affinity for electrons), O is second most electronegative.

Xe prefers to form even order fluorides: to KrFn, where n=2,4,6. Xe forms oxides - XeO3 and XeO4 - see http://www.webelements.com/webelements/elements/text/Xe/key.html
(Look on right hand side of page for compounds)

Kr seems limited to KrF2 with no other compounds - see http://www.webelements.com/webelements/elements/text/Kr/key.html

See - http://users.rcn.com/jkimball.ma.ultranet/BiologyPages/E/Electronegativity.html

As for the He-Ne laser, see - http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/optmod/lasgas.html

He does not form compounds, and it appears neither does neon or Ar. Both achieve "excited" states, but that does not infer a compound.

As for nitrogen compounds, ammonia and nitrates are high tonnage industrial products. Metal nitrides are also quite important. For example, Si3N4 is an important structural ceramic, and UN is a dense nuclear fuel with high thermal conductivity. Boron nidride (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boron_nitride) is another important compound.

Titanium Nitride (TiN) is the most common PVD hard coating in use today. TiN has an excellent combination of performance properties, attractive appearance, and safety (meets FDA requirements for surgical tools and implants as well as food contact applications).
from http://www.brycoat.com/tin/ [Broken]

There are many amines, amides, azoles and azines (RC=NN=CR), all of which are organic nitrogen compounds.
 
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1. What is nitrogen and why is it important?

Nitrogen (N2) is a colorless, odorless gas that makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere. It is an essential element for all living organisms and is involved in many important biochemical processes, such as building proteins and DNA.

2. Does nitrogen react with other elements or compounds?

Yes, nitrogen can react with other elements and compounds under certain conditions. However, it is a relatively unreactive gas due to its strong triple bond. Nitrogen can be found in various compounds such as ammonia, nitrates, and nitrites.

3. What are some examples of nitrogen reactions?

Some examples of nitrogen reactions include the formation of nitric oxide during lightning strikes, the conversion of nitrogen gas into ammonia through the Haber-Bosch process, and the decomposition of nitrates by bacteria in the soil.

4. Does nitrogen react with oxygen?

Nitrogen and oxygen can react to form various compounds, such as nitrous oxide (N2O) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2). However, these reactions usually require high temperatures and/or pressures, and do not occur naturally in the atmosphere.

5. Can nitrogen contribute to air pollution?

Yes, nitrogen can contribute to air pollution through the release of nitrogen compounds from human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and agricultural practices. These compounds can contribute to the formation of smog and acid rain, which can harm human health and the environment.

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