JAMB Chemistry 2021 Objective — Question 34
Question 34 of 41 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2021 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Which of the gases is employed as anaesthesia?
- A. NO
- B. NH₃
- C. N₂OCorrect
- D. NO₂
Explanation
Nitrous oxide (N₂O) is known as 'laughing gas' and is used as a mild anaesthetic and analgesic, particularly in dentistry and minor surgery.
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