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Ammonia production

Ammonia production is like making a super special drink called ammonia. First, we need two ingredients: nitrogen and hydrogen. Nitrogen is like a big sleepy bear and hydrogen is like a tiny bee.

Next, we need to mix them in a special container called a reactor. Here, we have to make sure the bear and bee mix together perfectly. We do this by heating them up and squeezing them together using a special metal lever.

Once mixed, the bear and bee become very excited and start jumping around making lots of noise. But we need to calm them down, so we add a special powder called a catalyst. This powder is like a superhero that helps the bear and bee become best friends and not be so noisy.

Eventually, the bear and bee become so happy that they stick together and become ammonia. This ammonia can be used to make lots of things like fertilizers for plants or even cleaning products for your home.

But we have to be careful because too much ammonia can be dangerous like when you drink too much soda and your tummy hurts. So, we always make sure to use just the right amount and keep it in a safe place.
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