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Minerals > Saltpeter

Preferred term

Saltpeter  

Definition

  • A transparent white crystalline compound used in the production of explosives, pyrotechnics, matches, rocket propellants and fertilizers [AAT, alt.]; has also been used to preserve meats

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Niter
  • Nitrate of potash
  • Nitrate, potassium
  • Nitre
  • Potassium nitrate
  • Saltpetre

Notation

  • 119090

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-D7SQQHZB-9

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