Sodium nitrate

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sodium_nitrate)

Sodium nitrate is the chemical compound with the formula NaNO3. This salt, also known as Chile saltpeter or Peru saltpeter (due to the large deposits found in each country) to distinguish it from ordinary saltpeter, potassium nitrate, is a white solid which is very soluble in water. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

This term is used for the following terms: 
NaNO3

Approved Date
15-Oct-2012

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