СинонимдерDiammonium Sulfate, Ammonium Sulfate, Sulfuric Acid Ammonium Salt
Ammonium Sulfate is a widely used inorganic salt with a high nitrogen content, making it a popular choice for fertilizers. It is a white crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water.
- Agriculture: Widely used as a fertilizer to provide nitrogen and sulfur to plants.
- Water Treatment: Used to remove impurities and clarify water.
- Industrial Applications: Used in the production of ammonium salts, in flame retardants, and in chemical processes.
- Food Industry: Occasionally used as a food additive (E517) in food processing.
Appearance
White crystalline solid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
(NH4)2SO4
Molecular Weight
132.14 g/mol
Melting Point
235 °C (decomposes)
Density
1.77 g/cm³
Solubility
Soluble in water
pH (1% solution)
5.5 - 7.0
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, sensitive to moisture
