Question

Write the balanced chemical equation for the Haber-Bosch process, that is, the combination of nitrogen and hydrogen to form ammonia, NH3. Phase symbols are optional.

Answer 1

The balanced chemical equation for the Haber-Bosch process is N₂(g) + 3H₂(g) → 2NH₃(g). The Haber-Bosch process played a significant role in boosting agriculture back in the day. It paved the way for the industrial production of ammonia which is used in the manufacture of fertilizers. The process involves reacting atmospheric N₂ with H₂ using a metal catalyst under high temperature and pressure.    

Answer 2

Answer: $N_2(g)+3H_2(g)\rightarrow 2NH_3(g)$

Explanation: According to the law of conservation of mass, mass can neither be created nor be destroyed. Mass remains conserved. Thus the mass of products has to be equal to the mass of reactants. The number of atoms of each element has to be same on reactant and product side. Thus chemical equations are balanced.

Haber's process used for manufacturing of ammonia in terms of balanced chemical equation is:

$N_2(g)+3H_2(g)\rightarrow 2NH_3(g)$