Question : Chile saltpetre is the common name of
Option 1: Sodium Nitrate
Option 2: Potassium Nitrite
Option 3: Potassium Nitrate
Option 4: Sodium Nitrite
New: SSC CHSL Tier 2 answer key released | SSC CHSL 2024 Notification PDF
Recommended: How to crack SSC CHSL | SSC CHSL exam guide
Don't Miss: Month-wise Current Affairs | Upcoming government exams
Correct Answer: Sodium Nitrate
Solution : The correct option is Sodium Nitrate .
Chile saltpetre is the common name for Sodium Nitrate, a naturally occurring mineral form of nitrate. It is also known by its chemical formula NaNO₃. Chile's saltpetre historically gained significance as a valuable source of nitrate, an essential ingredient for the production of fertilizers and explosives. The term "Chile" in the name reflects its historical association with natural deposits found in the arid regions of Chile, particularly in the Atacama Desert.
Related Questions
Know More about
Staff Selection Commission Combined High ...
Result | Eligibility | Application | Admit Card | Answer Key | Preparation Tips | Cutoff
Get Updates Brochure
Your Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam brochure has been successfully mailed to your registered email id “”.
