- Chemical Formula: NH4Cl
- Physical State: Ammonium chloride typically appears as a white crystalline powder or granules.
- Solubility: It is highly soluble in water.
- Odor: It has a characteristic odor and taste.
- Formation: Produced by the neutralization of ammonia (NH3) with hydrochloric acid (HCl).
- Chemical Structure:
- Composed of ammonium ions (NH4+) and chloride ions (Cl−).
- Uses:
- Laboratory: Commonly used in laboratories as a source of ammonia.
- Medicine: Used in cough medicine and certain medical treatments.
- Food Industry: Acts as a food additive, providing a salty taste.
- Battery Industry: Utilized in some types of batteries.
- Volatility: Ammonium chloride can sublime (transition directly from a solid to a gas) under certain conditions.
- Safety Considerations: Generally considered safe in small quantities, but excessive intake should be avoided. It should be handled with care due to its mildly corrosive nature.
Ammonium chloride finds diverse applications across different industries, from the laboratory to medicine and even in the food and battery industries.
