What is another word for nitrogen dioxide?
Pronunciation: [nˈa͡ɪtɹəd͡ʒən da͡ɪˈɒksa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
Nitrogen dioxide is a harmful gas that is mainly produced by burning fossil fuels and can cause respiratory problems. There are several synonyms for this gas, including nitrogen oxide, nitrogen peroxide, and nitric oxide. Although these words are sometimes used interchangeably, they actually refer to slightly different compounds. Nitrogen oxide is the simplest form of the gas, while nitrogen peroxide refers to the compound formed when nitrogen dioxide dissolves in water. Nitric oxide is another compound that contains nitrogen and oxygen, but it is less toxic than nitrogen dioxide. Regardless of the term used, it is important to reduce emissions of this pollutant to protect human health and the environment.
