What is nitrate and how is it obtained

Potassium nitrate refers to a chemical fertilizer with 13.8% nitrogen and 46.6% potassium oxide. Commonly known as fire or earth nitrate. The molecular weight is 101.10. Colorless transparent rhombic crystal or rhombic crystal or white powder, odorless, non-toxic, salty and cool feeling. Small moisture absorption in the air, not easy to caking. Ion exchange method: ammonium nitrate liquid and potassium chloride liquid were respectively passed through the cation exchange resin bed. Potassium nitrate and ammonium chloride can be produced respectively. This method is widely used in industry and is one of the main production methods of industrial potassium nitrate. Physical and chemical properties: Potassium nitrate is a chlorine-free potassium nitrogen compound fertilizer with high solubility, and its effective components nitrogen and potassium can be quickly absorbed by crops without chemical residues. Suitable for vegetables, fruits and flowers, and some chlorine sensitive crops (such as potatoes, strawberries, beans, cabbage, lettuce, peanuts, carrots, Onions, blueberries, tobacco, apricots, grapefruit and avocado, etc.). Potassium nitrate is a strong oxidizing agent, and contact with organic matter can cause combustion and explosion. Therefore, potassium nitrate should be stored in a cool and dry place, away from fire and heat sources. Do not store and transport with reducing agents, acids, combustible materials and metal powders. Reference source: Encyclopedia - Potassium nitrate