Ammonia Molecule in 3D: NH₃ Structure and Facts
Ammonia is one nitrogen atom with three hydrogen atoms, shaped like a short pyramid. It is made in huge amounts to produce fertiliser that helps feed the world. In Molecule Studio you can spin the ammonia molecule, zoom in on each atom and measure its bonds.
Explore in 3DAmmonia quick facts
| Chemical formula | NH₃ |
|---|---|
| Molar mass | 17.03 g/mol |
| Atoms in one molecule | 4 |
| Shape | Trigonal pyramidal, with angles of about 107 degrees |
| Group | Essentials |
What is ammonia used for?
- Making fertilisers
- Cleaning products
- Cooling in large industrial fridges
Interesting facts about ammonia
- Its lone pair of electrons sits on top of the nitrogen, giving a pyramid shape.
- Most ammonia is made by the Haber process from nitrogen and hydrogen.
- It has a sharp, strong smell.
- Ammonia dissolves easily in water to form a weak alkali.
What you can do in 3D
Turn the molecule to see it from every side, switch between ball and stick, space filling and wire views, and tap atoms to measure bond lengths and angles.
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Ammonia questions
What is the formula of ammonia?
NH3: one nitrogen atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms.
What shape is ammonia?
Trigonal pyramidal. A lone pair on nitrogen pushes the three hydrogens down, making angles of about 107 degrees.
What is ammonia used for?
Mostly for making fertilisers, and also in cleaning products and industrial cooling.
How is ammonia made?
Industrially by the Haber process, which combines nitrogen from the air with hydrogen.
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