(NH4)2SO4, is an inorganic salt with a number of commercial uses. The most common use is as a soil fertilizer. It contains 21% nitrogen and 24% sulfur.
Ammonium sulfate physical properties
Chemical formula of Ammonium Sulfate | (NH4)2SO4 |
Molecular weight or Molar mass | 132.14g/mol |
Density | 1.77 g/cm3 |
Melting point | 235 - 280 °C |
Appearance | Fine white crystalline solid or hygroscopic granules |
Process Method In one word
It was made from ammonia released during manufacturing coal gas (used to illuminate cities) or from coal coke used to produce steel. Today, manufacturers make it by reacting sulfuric acid with heated ammonia. To get the crystal size best suited for the application, they control the reaction conditions by screening and drying the particles until achieving the desired size. Some materials are coated with a conditioner to reduce dust and caking.
