Scenarios about 'ammonium nitrate'
Ammonium nitrate is a chemical compound widely used as a high-nitrogen fertilizer in agriculture and as a component in industrial explosives. Its dual-use nature has made it historically significant in both agricultural revolutions that increased food production and in devastating accidental explosions, such as the Texas City disaster of 1947 and the 2020 Beirut explosion. In alternate history scenarios, the regulation, availability, or different applications of this compound could significantly alter industrial development, warfare capabilities, or the occurrence of major disasters.
What If The Beirut Port Explosion Never Happened?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion was prevented, potentially altering Lebanon's political trajectory and humanitarian situation in the midst of multiple crises.
What If The Oppau Explosion Never Occurred?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the catastrophic 1921 explosion at the BASF plant in Oppau, Germany never happened, potentially altering the development of the chemical industry, fertilizer production, and industrial safety practices throughout the 20th century.
What If The Texas City Disaster Never Happened?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the devastating 1947 Texas City Disaster was avoided, potentially altering the development of industrial safety regulations, chemical shipping protocols, and disaster response in America.