Nitrogen

Properties

• Very unreactive because of its strong intramolecular nitrogen to nitrogen triple bond
• Will react with some substances under the right conditions
• Has low boiling point of -196°C
• Non-polar molecule with weak intermolecular attractions
• Has a low melting point of -210°C

Uses

• Filling spaces in food packaging and oil tanks
• Liquid nitrogen is used for freezing food, gametes, and other delicate materials
• Production of Ammonia in the Haber Process
• Creating a non-oxidising environment for fruit storage