{"id":569039,"date":"2023-05-29T09:49:47","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T04:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=569039"},"modified":"2025-06-11T16:34:30","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T11:04:30","slug":"nitric-acid-formula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/","title":{"rendered":"Nitric acid Formula\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Formula_and_Structure_of_Nitric_Acid\" title=\" Formula and Structure of Nitric Acid\"> Formula and Structure of Nitric Acid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Nitric_Acid_Physical_Properties\" title=\" Nitric Acid Physical Properties\"> Nitric Acid Physical Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Nitric_Acid_Chemical_Properties\" title=\"Nitric Acid Chemical Properties\">Nitric Acid Chemical Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Applications_of_Nitric_Acid\" title=\"Applications of Nitric Acid\">Applications of Nitric Acid<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Solved_Examples_on_Nitric_acid_Formula\" title=\"Solved Examples on Nitric acid Formula\">Solved Examples on Nitric acid Formula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Frequently_asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#What_is_the_chemical_formula_of_nitric_acid\" title=\"What is the chemical formula of nitric acid?\">What is the chemical formula of nitric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#How_many_hydrogen_atoms_are_present_in_the_formula_of_nitric_acid\" title=\"How many hydrogen atoms are present in the formula of nitric acid?\">How many hydrogen atoms are present in the formula of nitric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#What_is_the_oxidation_state_of_nitrogen_in_nitric_acid\" title=\"What is the oxidation state of nitrogen in nitric acid?\">What is the oxidation state of nitrogen in nitric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#What_are_the_elements_present_in_the_formula_of_nitric_acid\" title=\"What are the elements present in the formula of nitric acid?\">What are the elements present in the formula of nitric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/#Is_nitric_acid_a_strong_acid\" title=\"Is nitric acid a strong acid?\">Is nitric acid a strong acid?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nitric acid, with the chemical formula HNO<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, is a strong and highly corrosive acid. It plays a crucial role in various industrial processes and has several applications. Let&#8217;s explore the formula, structure, physical properties, and chemical properties of nitric acid in detail.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span>Formula and Structure of Nitric Acid<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The chemical formula of nitric acid is HNO<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. It consists of one hydrogen (H) atom, one nitrogen (N) atom, and three oxygen (O) atoms. The structure of nitric acid can be represented as follows:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-569098\" title=\"Nitric Acid\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.49.25-300x246.png\" alt=\"Nitric Acid\" width=\"315\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.49.25-300x246.png?v=1685333970 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.49.25.png?v=1685333970 368w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 315px) 100vw, 315px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"img-responsive alignnone wp-image-569099\" title=\"Nitric Acid\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.49.37-300x184.png\" alt=\"Nitric Acid\" width=\"315\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.49.37-300x184.png?v=1685333980 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.49.37.png?v=1685333980 586w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 315px) 100vw, 315px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Nitric acid (HNO<sub>3<\/sub>) <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the structure, the nitrogen atom is bonded to three oxygen atoms. One of the oxygen atoms is bonded to a hydrogen atom.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<h2> Nitric Acid Physical Properties<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>State:<\/strong> Nitric acid is a colourless liquid at room temperature.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Odour:<\/strong> It has a pungent and distinct odour.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Boiling Point:<\/strong> The boiling point of nitric acid is approximately 83 degrees Celsius (181 degrees Fahrenheit).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Melting Point:<\/strong> Nitric acid freezes at approximately -42 degrees Celsius (-44 degrees Fahrenheit).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Density:<\/strong> The density of nitric acid is about 1.51 grams per cubic centimeter (g\/cm\u00b3).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Solubility:<\/strong> Nitric acid is highly soluble in water and forms a stable aqueous solution.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Also Check: <a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/zinc-nitrate-formula\/\">Zinc Nitrate Formula<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nitric_Acid_Chemical_Properties\"><\/span>Nitric Acid Chemical Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Acidity:<\/strong> Nitric acid is a strong acid and dissociates completely in water, releasing hydrogen ions (H<\/span><sup><span data-contrast=\"auto\">+<\/span><\/sup><span data-contrast=\"auto\">). It is a potent oxidizing agent.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Reaction with Metals:<\/strong> Nitric acid reacts vigorously with various metals, including copper, zinc, and iron, producing metal nitrates and liberating hydrogen gas.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Oxidizing Properties:<\/strong> Nitric acid is a powerful oxidizing agent and can oxidize many organic and inorganic compounds. It is commonly used in oxidation reactions in laboratories and industries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Corrosive Nature:<\/strong> Due to its strong acidity, nitric acid is highly corrosive to many substances, including metals, organic materials, and tissues.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Decomposition:<\/strong> Nitric acid is thermally unstable and decomposes upon heating, releasing toxic gases such as nitrogen dioxide (NO<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) and oxygen (O<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Applications_of_Nitric_Acid\"><\/span>Applications of Nitric Acid<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Chemical Manufacturing:<\/strong> Nitric acid is used in the production of fertilizers, explosives, dyes, and various organic and inorganic compounds.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Pickling Agent:<\/strong> It is employed as a pickling agent for metals, such as steel and stainless steel, to remove rust and scale.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Etching:<\/strong> Nitric acid is used in the etching process for metals, ceramics, and electronic components.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Cleaning Agent:<\/strong> It is utilized as a cleaning agent for laboratory glassware and equipment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Analytical Reagent:<\/strong> Nitric acid is used as a reagent in various analytical techniques, including spectroscopy and titration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solved_Examples_on_Nitric_acid_Formula\"><\/span>Solved Examples on Nitric acid Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Example 1: What is the molar mass of nitric acid (HNO<sub>3<\/sub>)? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">  <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To determine the molar mass of nitric acid, we need to calculate the sum of the atomic weights of its constituent elements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The atomic weights are as follows:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H (hydrogen) = 1.008 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">N (nitrogen) = 14.01 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O (oxygen) = 16.00 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now, let&#8217;s calculate the molar mass:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar mass of nitric acid (HNO<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) = H + N + (3 * O)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> = 1.008 + 14.01 + (3 * 16.00)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2248 63.01 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Therefore, the molar mass of nitric acid (HNO<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) is approximately 63.01 g\/mol.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Example 2: What is the common use of nitric acid in industries? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Nitric acid has several applications in industries. One common use is in the production of fertilizers. It is a key ingredient in the manufacturing of ammonium nitrate, which is a widely used nitrogen-based fertilizer. Nitric acid is also utilized in the production of explosives, such as dynamite and TNT (trinitrotoluene). Additionally, it is employed in the manufacturing of dyes, pigments, and various organic and inorganic compounds. Nitric acid&#8217;s strong oxidizing properties make it valuable in oxidation reactions, including the production of nitrobenzene and nitrocellulose. These applications highlight the significance of nitric acid in various industrial processes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_chemical_formula_of_nitric_acid\"><\/span>What is the chemical formula of nitric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe chemical formula of nitric acid is HNO3.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_hydrogen_atoms_are_present_in_the_formula_of_nitric_acid\"><\/span>How many hydrogen atoms are present in the formula of nitric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNitric acid contains one hydrogen H atom. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_oxidation_state_of_nitrogen_in_nitric_acid\"><\/span>What is the oxidation state of nitrogen in nitric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe oxidation state of nitrogen in nitric acid is plus 5.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_elements_present_in_the_formula_of_nitric_acid\"><\/span>What are the elements present in the formula of nitric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe formula of nitric acid consists of hydrogen H, nitrogen N, and oxygen O atoms.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_nitric_acid_a_strong_acid\"><\/span>Is nitric acid a strong acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tYes, nitric acid is a strong acid. It completely dissociates in water, releasing hydrogen ions H plus.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the chemical formula of nitric acid?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The chemical formula of nitric acid is HNO3.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How many hydrogen atoms are present in the formula of nitric acid?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Nitric acid contains one hydrogen H atom.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the oxidation state of nitrogen in nitric acid?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The oxidation state of nitrogen in nitric acid is plus 5.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What are the elements present in the formula of nitric acid?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The formula of nitric acid consists of hydrogen H, nitrogen N, and oxygen O atoms.\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Is nitric acid a strong acid?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"Yes, nitric acid is a strong acid. 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