Chlorine nitrate
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| Chlorine nitrate | |
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| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | [14545-72-3] |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | ClNO3 |
| Molar mass | 97.46 |
| Appearance | red? gas |
| Hazards | |
| EU classification | Toxic (T), corrosive (C) |
| NFPA 704 | |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
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Chlorine nitrate is an important atmospheric gas present in the stratosphere. It is an important sink of chlorine that contributes to the depletion of ozone.

