ammonium nitrate
noun
Pronunciation: əˈmoʊniəm ˈnaɪtreɪt
Definition
A chemical compound used primarily as a high-nitrogen fertilizer and in the manufacturing of explosives.
Examples
The agricultural supply store stocks large bags of ammonium nitrate for local farmers.
Strict regulations govern the storage of ammonium nitrate to prevent accidental explosions.
Scientists analyzed the soil samples and found high concentrations of ammonium nitrate from recent fertilization.
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