ammóniának

Ammoniác is the Hungarian name for ammonia, a chemical compound with the formula NH3. It is a colorless gas with a pungent, irritating odor. Ammonia is a vital chemical for many industrial processes and is also a component of many household cleaning products. In its pure form, it is highly soluble in water, forming ammonium hydroxide.

Industrially, ammonia is produced on a massive scale through the Haber-Bosch process, which combines nitrogen from the air with hydrogen gas under high pressure and temperature. This process is crucial for the production of fertilizers, as nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growth. Ammonia is also used in the manufacturing of plastics, explosives, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.

In living organisms, ammonia is a byproduct of protein metabolism. While essential for some biological processes, high concentrations of ammonia can be toxic. It is converted into less toxic compounds like urea in the liver of many animals. Its presence in the environment can be an indicator of pollution, particularly from agricultural runoff and wastewater.