Potassium Nitrate, Form : Powder

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Potassium nitrate, also known as saltpeter, is a chemical compound with the formula KNO3. It is a crystalline salt that appears as a colorless and odorless solid at room temperature. Potassium nitrate is highly soluble in water and is commonly used in agriculture as a fertilizer, providing a source of nitrogen, which is essential for plant growth. In addition to its agricultural applications, potassium nitrate is a key ingredient in gunpowder and fireworks due to its oxidizing properties. It is also used in food preservation, as a component in toothpaste for sensitive teeth, and historically in medicine for its diuretic and anti-hypertensive properties. Potassium nitrate is synthesized industrially through the reaction of potassium chloride with sodium nitrate or through the reaction of nitric acid with potassium hydroxide.