Meaning & Definition of word "Nitrogen"

Nitrogen

/ˈnaɪtrədʒən/

1. A chemical element (symbol N) with atomic number 7, that is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas at room temperature and makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere.
- Example: Nitrogen is essential for plant growth and is a major component of fertilizers.
2. The gaseous form of nitrogen found in the atmosphere.
- Example: The balloon was filled with nitrogen to ensure it floated gently.
3. A component of amino acids and nucleic acids, making it crucial for life.
- Example: The scientist focused on the role of nitrogen in the structure of DNA.
4. Used in various industrial applications, such as creating an inert atmosphere.
- Example: The metal was welded in a chamber filled with nitrogen to prevent oxidation.

●From French 'azote' (for 'nitrogen', from Greek 'nitron' and 'genes' meaning 'forming, producing')

nitrogen fixation:

The process of converting nitrogen gas from the atmosphere into ammonia or related compounds in soil.

nitrogen cycle:

The series of processes by which nitrogen and its compounds are interconverted in the environment and in living organisms.

ammonia:

A compound of nitrogen and hydrogen, often used in fertilizers.

nitrate:

A salt or ester of nitric acid containing the anion NO3−.

protein:

Molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acid residues containing nitrogen.

Meaning: Chill gas

● Example Sentence: The party was so chill that it felt like we were breathing nitrogen.

Meaning: Plan B

● Example Sentence: When things got tough, we went with nitrogen – it was our backup plan.