The Haber-Bosch process

The Haber-Bosch process is a method used to produce ammonia, a key ingredient in fertilizers. It combines nitrogen from the air with hydrogen, typically sourced from natural gas, under high temperature and pressure in the presence of a catalyst. This process transforms these gases into ammonia efficiently and on a large scale, supporting global agriculture by enabling higher crop yields. It revolutionized food production in the 20th century, but also consumes significant energy and has environmental impacts. Overall, it’s a crucial chemical engineering achievement that sustains modern farming and food supply systems.