Haber process

American  

noun

1. a process for synthesizing ammonia from gaseous nitrogen and hydrogen under high pressure and temperature in the presence of a catalyst.

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Haber process British  

/ ˈhɑːbə /

noun

1. an industrial process for producing ammonia by reacting atmospheric nitrogen with hydrogen at about 200 atmospheres (2 × 10 ⁷ pascals) and 500°C in the presence of a catalyst, usually iron

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Etymology

Origin of Haber process

Named after Fritz Haber

Example Sentences

Fifa has been approached for comment but, as has been the case throughout the ticket sales process, no response has been received.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

He also thinks that Taylor Morrison didn’t run a sales process for the company—which would be unusual for a public company since boards normally feel an obligation to do so.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

The sales process is expected to stretch into summer, the knowledgeable people said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Paramount triggered the sales process for Warner Bros. last fall after making an unsolicited offer to acquire its much-lager rival.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

Paramount suggested the sales process has been tainted by Warner management conflicts, including certain executives seeking roles at the acquiring company after a deal closes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 4, 2025