Question

In KNO3 crystal the basis consists of


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Answer 1

Answer:

Potassium nitrate is a chemical compound with the chemical formula KNO

3. It is an ionic salt of potassium ions K+ and nitrate ions NO3−, and is therefore an alkali metal nitrate. It occurs in nature as a mineral, niter (or nitre in the UK).[6] It is a source of nitrogen, and nitrogen was named after niter. Potassium nitrate is one of several nitrogen-containing compounds collectively referred to as saltpeter (or saltpetre in the UK).[6]

Potassium nitrate

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Potassium nitrate

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Names

IUPAC name

Potassium nitrate

Other names

Saltpeter

Saltpetre

Nitrate of potash[2]

Answer 2

Also known as saltpeter, potassium nitrate is a white crystallized compound composed of potassium, nitrogen and oxygen. Most commonly used in fireworks, matches and fertilizer, its medical applications include diuretics to reduce high blood pressure.