Karl Bosch

Karl Bosch was a German chemist best known for developing the Haber-Bosch process in the early 20th century, which synthesizes ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen gases. This method revolutionized agriculture by enabling large-scale fertilizer production, significantly increasing crop yields worldwide. The process involves catalysis and high pressure and temperature to combine these gases efficiently. Bosch's work had a profound impact on food production and industrial chemistry, though it also contributed to the production of explosives during wartime. His contributions are fundamental to modern chemical manufacturing and global food security.