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Yes, potassium nitrate can be used as a fertilizer in agriculture.

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What can potassium nitrate be used in?

Three commonly know uses for potassium nitrate are gunpowder, medicines, and plant fertilizer.


Does silver react with potassium nitrate?

Silver does not react with potassium nitrate under normal conditions. Potassium nitrate is a relatively stable compound that is typically used as a fertilizer or in fireworks, and it does not react with silver.


In which industry used potassium nitrate?

Potassium nitrate is used in fertilisers as a nitrate source, sometimes in food as a preservative (although other nitrates work better and are used more often), in ice cream making, in toothpastes for sensitive teeth, and in fireworks and some explosives as an oxidant for the fuel.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potassium_nitrate


Is potassium chloride used in the petroleum industry and gas can be used for fertilizer plants?

it is used for clean the petrol wastage. gas is used to fertilizer plants.


Where do you get potassiam nitrate?

Potassium nitrate can be purchased at garden supply stores, some pharmacies, and online. It is commonly used as a fertilizer for plants or as a food preservative. Just make sure to follow safety precautions when handling it, as it can be hazardous if not used correctly.


Is ammonium nitrate used as fertilizer?

Yes. It is a common fertilizer.


What salt is made when potassium oxide reacts with nitrix acid?

When potassium oxide (K2O) reacts with nitric acid (HNO3), potassium nitrate (KNO3) is formed along with water (H2O). Potassium nitrate is a white crystalline salt commonly known as saltpeter, which is used in fertilizer, fireworks, and food preservation.


Why is ammonium nitrate useful as fertilizer?

Ammonium nitrate is useful as a fertilizer because it contains both nitrogen and potassium, two essential nutrients required by plants for healthy growth. The nitrogen component is readily absorbed by plants and promotes leafy growth, while the potassium helps in the overall development of the plant and enhances its resistance to diseases.


What is the difference between potassium chloride and potassium nitrate?

The difference between potassium nitrate and potassium sulphate is that the potassium nitrate is superior to potassium sulphate. The potassium nitrate has high solubility while the potassium sulphate has moderate solubility.


What are the uses of potassium nitrate?

Potassium nitrate is used to make fireworks and black powder (which is used in gun powder).


Where can you buy potassium nitrate in Philippines particularly in Cebu?

you can buy them at "far-east pharmacy" near joan's street........ i also is also trying to buy one of those but i don't know if it is cheap There is also KNO3 at agriculture shop under the name SALTPETER or POTASSIUM NITRATE Fertilizer


What will be formed when potassium nitrate urea and phosphoric acid mixed?

When potassium nitrate, urea, and phosphoric acid are mixed together, a solution containing ammonium nitrate will be formed. The chemical reaction that occurs will result in the production of ammonium nitrate, which is commonly used as a fertilizer due to its high nitrogen content.