Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ammon
Noun
/ˈæmən/
Definition
A symbol for ammonium, the positively charged polyatomic ion (NH4+).
Examples
- Ammon is often used in fertilizers to provide essential nutrients to plants.
- The presence of ammon in the soil indicates a healthy nitrogen cycle.
- In the lab, ammon is commonly produced through the reaction of ammonia and an acid.
Meaning
Ammon refers to the ammonium ion, which is commonly found in various chemical compounds and plays an important role in both biology and chemistry.
Synonyms
- Ammonium
- NH4+
- Quaternary ammonium
