nitrogen dioxide
noun
: a toxic reddish brown gas NO2 that is a strong oxidizing agent, is produced by combustion (as of fossil fuels), and is an atmospheric pollutant (as in smog)
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On top of spewing nitrogen dioxide, a gas that causes irreversible respiratory damage over time, the turbines emit a horrendous sound that’s made life miserable for locals.
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Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 16 Apr. 2026
The report notes that gas stoves can emit pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and particulate matter, which may accumulate indoors if ventilation is inadequate.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Pollution from both nitrogen dioxide and fine particles dropped between 2012 and 2022, while carbon emissions from vehicles went down by 35%, according to a study by Airparif.
—Marie Patino, Bloomberg, 20 Mar. 2026
London maintains an emissions limit of 40 micrograms per cubic meter of nitrogen dioxide.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
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Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 16 Apr. 2026
The report notes that gas stoves can emit pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and particulate matter, which may accumulate indoors if ventilation is inadequate.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Pollution from both nitrogen dioxide and fine particles dropped between 2012 and 2022, while carbon emissions from vehicles went down by 35%, according to a study by Airparif.
—Marie Patino, Bloomberg, 20 Mar. 2026
London maintains an emissions limit of 40 micrograms per cubic meter of nitrogen dioxide.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
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“Nitrogen dioxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nitrogen%20dioxide. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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