Ammonium Sulfate in Fertilizers

Ammonium sulfate in fertilizers a substance that is mainly used as a chemical and synthetic fertilizer. Ammonium Sulfate fertilizer is used to reduce the alkalinity of alkaline soils. The mechanism of action is that when this fertilizer is added to moist alkaline soil, it releases ammonium ions. This causes the production of a small amount of acid and the reduction of soil pH. Also, the nitrogen of Ammonium Sulfate helps plant growth. This substance causes the leaves of plants to burn. For this reason, Ammonium Sulfate in fertilizers can also be used as a herbicide. This chemical either kills the leaves completely or weakens them so they can be easily removed. Ammonium Sulfate in fertilizers is very useful when both nitrogen and sulfur are needed for agricultural products.

Physical properties of ammonium sulfate

As we mentioned, ammonium sulfate is an odorless solid crystalline solid that appears translucent white and has a salty taste. The density of this chemical is 1.77 grams per cubic centimeter and its melting point varies from 235 to 280 degrees Celsius, which decomposes with heat above 250 degrees Celsius. Diammonium sulfate forms ferroelectric at low temperature and crystallizes at room temperature.

Ammonium sulfate is a salt of ammonia and sulfuric acid, which under standard conditions of temperature and pressure, is in the form of granules or tiny white crystals, and when ammonium sulfate reacts with alkaline substances, it produces ammonia gas. This chemical is a mineral salt with high solubility and due to its ionic nature, it is surprisingly soluble in water and easily absorbs water; While diammonium sulfate does not dissolve in solutions such as alcohol or acetone. Due to its good solubility, ammonium sulfate precipitates the protein structure and acts as a precipitant.

Complications of ammonium sulfate in fertilizers

This chemical fertilizer can cause a toxic effect in the soil. It causes the formation of a high concentration of salt in the soil, which can damage the plant. This fertilizer is not compatible with the environment and causes damage to the environment when water enters. This fertilizer can change the nutrient performance of crops grown during the season.