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Why is nitrogen oxide also known as the Laughing Gas

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Nitrous oxide, also known as dinitrogen oxide or dinitrogen monoxide, is a chemical compound with chemical formula N2O. It is commonly known as laughing gas due to the exhilarating effects of inhaling it.

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