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When we eat nitrates, they are converted into nitrites in our digestive system, which are then converted to ammonia and disposed of by the body. Nitrites are also inorganic compounds made up of nitrogen and oxygen, but instead of three oxygen molecules they have two, NO2. Nitrates are not generally harmful unless they are consumed in massive quantities. Nitrites, on their own and in moderation, are also generally not harmful.
Ammonium nitrate (AN) is an odorless, colorless or white, crystal salt produced by the reaction of ammonia and nitric acid. It was the first solid nitrogen (N) fertilizer produced on a large scale.ertilizer prills are formed as drops of the concentrated ammonium nitrate solution (95 to 99 percent) fall from a tower and solidify. Low-density prills are more porous and are preferred for industrial or explosive use.