Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amoniaco
noun
əˈmoʊ.ni.ə
Definition
A compound known as ammonia, commonly used in cleaning products and fertilizers.
Examples
- Ammonia is often used in household cleaners.
- The gardener added ammonia to the soil to help the plants grow.
- Inhaling ammonia can be harmful to your health.
Meaning
Ammonia is a colorless gas with a distinct, pungent odor. It is a nitrogenous compound that is often found in a gaseous state at room temperature but can be dissolved in water to create ammonia solutions.
Synonyms
- NH3
- ammonium
- azane