SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 99

SSC CPO - 23 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q99

Saltpetre is another name for ______.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. potassium nitrate.

  • Potassium nitrate (KNO3) is sometimes known as saltpetre or nitrate.
  • Saltpetre is a commonly used food preservative, fertiliser, and oxidiser for fireworks and rockets.
  • Potassium nitrate, often known as saltpetre, is a naturally occurring mineral required for the manufacturing of gunpowder.