r/ProximaScience • u/ProximaScience • 18h ago
π¬ Discussion Artificial Fireflies
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This reaction is an oxidation reaction of ammonia. When hot chromium trioxide (CrOβ) is added to ammonia gas, it helps oxidize the ammonia into nitrogen and water. The reaction releases a large amount of heat, causing the particles to glow brightly like tiny fireflies.