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Question : Chile saltpetre is the common name of

Option 1: Sodium Nitrate

Option 2: Potassium Nitrite

Option 3: Potassium Nitrate

Option 4: Sodium Nitrite


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Correct Answer: Sodium Nitrate


Solution : The correct option is Sodium Nitrate.

Chile saltpetre is the common name for Sodium Nitrate, a naturally occurring mineral form of nitrate. It is also known by its chemical formula NaNO₃. Chile's saltpetre historically gained significance as a valuable source of nitrate, an essential ingredient for the production of fertilizers and explosives. The term "Chile" in the name reflects its historical association with natural deposits found in the arid regions of Chile, particularly in the Atacama Desert.

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