Atomic Mass N (& Secrets: Uses, Sources and more...) 2022

As anyone would guess, every atom has mass, an important physical property, even Nitrogen. But how do we know how much does a N atom weight?

First of all, if we know the atom symbol, let's say N, we can open any periodic table and search for Nitrogen.

In the case of Nitrogen the answer is 14,00674. However there is a lot of funny facts about Nitrogen that most people don't know. Shall we have a look?

Nitrogen Overview

N Atomic Mass

14,00674

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Atomic Symbol

N (Nitrogen)

Name Origin

Greek: nitron and genes, (soda forming).

Description

Colorless, odorless, tasteless, generally inert gas. Fifth most abundant element in the universe. Makes up about 78% of earth's atmosphere.

Atomic Number

7

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

gas

Discovery

Discovered By: Daniel Rutherford

Year: 1772

Location: Scotland

Uses

Primarily to produce ammonia and other fertilizers. Also used in making nitric acid, which is used in explosives. Also used in welding and enhanced oil recovery.

Sources

Obtained from liquid air by fractional distillation.

Want to learn more details and data about Nitrogen (N)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

Colored Periodic Table

Need an editable periodic table to edit? Maybe add your school logo, work team or anything else to maker your paper look cool?

Along with basic atom / element information (like Nitrogen-N atomic mass and all the other atomic data), it also comes with color coded info about: State (Gas, Liquid or Solid at room temperature), Groups/series details and much more...

How about an incentive to share this post? (You will help other colleagues find this blog)

Download and enjoy this complete and colored periodic table for you to edit and enjoy. It's in an editable excel format or .ods (open).
[lock][Download excel ##download##]
[Download open .ods format ##download##][/lock]