S2E8: Salvation In The Air
Slate Technology
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The Haber Process: From Skepticism to Success
This chapter discusses the process of making fertilizer out of the air through the Haber process. It explores the initial skepticism surrounding the idea and how chemist Haber improved the process to achieve higher yields. It also highlights the impact of the process on Germany during World War I and the choice between using ammonia for fertilizer or munitions.
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