Nitric acid and ammonia are the two important reactive forms of nitrogen, which are widely used in human life and production. In 2017, the worldwide production of HNO3 and NH3 was estimated to be 50 ...

Currently, nitric acid—a crucial chemical for weapons production—must be synthesized from ammonia, tying the United States to foreign exporters and presenting a supply chain risk in a future war.

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The finishing process improves surface protection and reduces contamination.