Decomposition of Ammonium Nitrate

NH4NO3 → N2O + 2H2O

개요

Ammonium nitrate decomposes at about 200 C to form nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and water. At higher temperatures or with confinement, it can decompose explosively to nitrogen, oxygen, and water. The dual nature of ammonium nitrate as both a fertilizer and explosive makes it a significant safety concern.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
생성물 Water H₂O 2 (g)

일상 속 예시

The 2020 Beirut explosion that devastated the city's port was caused by the detonation of improperly stored ammonium nitrate.

산업적 중요성

질산암모늄은 세계에서 가장 중요한 비료 중 하나이며 광산 폭약(ANFO)에도 사용됩니다. 폭발 위험 때문에 엄격한 저장 규정이 존재합니다.

성질

유형
Decomposition
가역 반응
아니오
에너지
발열
ΔH
-36.0 kJ/mol

관련 반응

Decomposition of Calcium Hypochlorite Decomposition of Carbonic Acid Decomposition of Iron(II,III) Oxide (Direct Reduction) Decomposition of Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas) Decomposition of Barium Peroxide Decomposition of Sodium Bicarbonate Decomposition of Water (Electrolysis) Thermal Decomposition of Copper(II) Carbonate Thermal Decomposition of Mercury(II) Oxide Cracking of Octane (Thermal Cracking)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Decomposition of Ammonium Nitrate?
The balanced equation is: NH₄NO₃ → N₂O + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Decomposition of Ammonium Nitrate?
Decomposition of Ammonium Nitrate is a decomposition reaction.
Is Decomposition of Ammonium Nitrate exothermic or endothermic?
Decomposition of Ammonium Nitrate is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -36.0 kJ/mol.