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Potassium Chlorate -
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), potassium chlorate decomposes into potassium chloride and oxygen gas. POTASSIUM CHLORATE
Pure potassium chlorate is relatively stable, but mixtures with fuel sources can become highly sensitive to friction or impact. 2KClO3(s)→2KCl(s)+3O2(g)2 cap K cap C l cap O
Can react violently or cause explosions when mixed with organic materials, sulfur, phosphorus, or concentrated acids. It is non-hygroscopic (doesn't easily absorb water from
It is non-hygroscopic (doesn't easily absorb water from the air), making it more stable for storage than sodium chlorate. 🧪 Common Applications
Often used in chemistry labs to generate oxygen gas through thermal decomposition.
Potassium chlorate has a variety of industrial and laboratory uses, including:
