Nitrous oxide is a colourless gas. It has 2 nitrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom written as N2O. Nitrous oxide is commonly used for sedation and pain relief by medical professionals and dentists. It has also been misused by people for recreational purposes.
Another use for nitrous oxide gas is as a fuel booster in cars. Nitrous oxide is not flammable at cooler temperatures. However, when super heated the oxygen is broken off & helps combust the cars usual fuel and release more power.
The nitrous oxide for sale on this site is for culinary purposes. It is used as a foaming agent in food and drink, whipping cream, making mousses, infusing flavours into alcohol and many other culinary applications.