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Ammonia

By Terry Martin, About.com

Updated January 15, 2008

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Definition: A toxic, colorless gas with a very sharp odor. Ammonia occurs naturally in the environment and is a product of human activity.

Ammonia compounds are commonly used in cleaning products and fertilizers. Ammonia is also used to boost the impact of nicotine in manufactured cigarettes.

See Also: Ammonia in Cigarettes

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