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Noun: potassium chlorate  pu'ta-see-um 'klo,reyt
  1. A white salt (KClO₃) used in matches, fireworks, and explosives; also used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent
    "The striking surface of safety matches often contains potassium chlorate"

Derived forms: potassium chlorates

Type of: salt

Encyclopedia: Potassium chlorate