Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Ammonium nitrate is a chemical compound with the formula NH4NO3. It's mainly used as a fertilizer due to its high nitrogen content but also has uses in explosives.
Related terms
Nitrogen Cycle: The series of processes by which nitrogen and its compounds are interconverted in the environment and in living organisms.
Fertilizer: A substance added to soil or land to increase its fertility by providing essential nutrients needed for plant growth.
Explosive Material: A reactive substance that contains energy stored in a non-stable equilibrium state that can be released rapidly when triggered.