Humphry Davy gave nitrous oxide its nickname, laughing gas, after inhaling it while acting as both scientist and test subject.

How Nitrous Oxide Got Its Nickname

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How Nitrous Oxide Got Its Nickname

How Nitrous Oxide Got Its Nickname