ClimateJuly 10, 2026

ammonia

/əˈmoʊniə/

Definition

A colorless gas compound of nitrogen and hydrogen that serves as a primary chemical feedstock in the industrial production of nitrogen-based fertilizers.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'sal ammoniacum' (salt of Amun), referring to the salt deposits found near the Temple of Jupiter Ammon in ancient Libya. The name was later applied to the gas derived from this substance by 18th-century chemists.

In the news

In this article, ammonia is identified as a major industrial product that utilizes millions of tons of carbon dioxide annually, highlighting an opportunity to integrate captured carbon into existing fertilizer supply chains.

Beyond Storage: How Captured Carbon Can Be Utilized

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