Ammonium sulfate, also known as sulphate of ammonia, is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂SO₄. It's a white to yellowish-gray crystalline solid, soluble in water, and is widely used as a fertilizer, particularly for alkaline soils. It's also used in various other applications, including in laboratory settings for protein purification.
Key Features of Ammonium Sulfate:
Chemical Composition: Contains 21% nitrogen (N) and 24% sulfur (S).
Production: Formed by the reaction of ammonia with sulfuric acid.
Solubility: Very soluble in water.
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