What is another word for nitrite?
Pronunciation: [nˈa͡ɪtɹa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Nitrite is a chemical compound that contains the NO₂ anion. As such, it has several synonyms that denote different aspects of its chemical properties and applications, including inorganic nitrate, nitrous acid, nitric oxide, and nitrogen dioxide, among others. Inorganic nitrate refers to the salts of nitrous acid, which are often used in fertilizers and plant growth regulators. Nitrous acid is a weak, unstable acid that is often used in laboratory experiments to produce nitrate ions. Nitric oxide is a gas that plays a critical role in biological processes and can also be used as a pollutant. Nitrogen dioxide is a reddish-brown gas that is formed when nitrogen oxides interact with atmospheric oxygen and is a key air pollutant.
