What is ammonical liquor?

Ammonical liquor is an inorganic chemical compound with the chemical formula NH4OH. It is usually a colorless liquid with a strong, pungent odor. Its taste is bitter and alkaline.

Ammonical liquor is produced by the reaction of ammonia gas with water. The reaction is exothermic, meaning that it releases heat. The heat of reaction is used to vaporize some of the water, which carries away the ammonia gas as a vapor. The vapor is then condensed back into a liquid, which is the ammonical liquor.

Uses:

-It is commonly used as a cleaning agent and degreaser.

-In the textile industry, it is used to soften fibers and remove impurities.

-In the leather industry, it is used to tan leather and remove hair and grease.

-In the paper industry, it is used to bleach paper and make it more absorbent.

-In the food industry, it is used to make baking powder and baking soda, as well as to preserve meat and fish.

-In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used to make a variety of drugs, such as aspirin and paracetamol.

-It is also used as a fertilizer, as a source of nitrogen for plants.

-It is also used as a precursor to other nitrogen compounds, such as nitric acid and urea.

-It is used in the production of explosives, such as ammonium nitrate and TNT.

-In water treatment plants, it is used to adjust the pH of water and to remove impurities.

Ammonical liquor is a hazardous substance and must be handled with care. It is corrosive to the skin and eyes, and it can cause respiratory problems if inhaled. It is also flammable and can explode if mixed with certain chemicals.