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Potassium nitrate

Chemical formula: KNO3

Also known as: Saltpetre, Saltpeter, Nitrate of potash


Potassium nitrate is the most widely used oxidizer in pyrotechnics. It is used for a whole range of pyrotechnics, the most important one being the manufacture of black powder. Potassium nitrate is a white powder or long crystals ( like needles ).


Where can i get it? ( sources ):
Potassium nitrate is commonly used as a fertilizer, and can be bought cheaply in garden supply stores, or farm stores ( basically in any shop that sells fertilizers )


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