What is another word for potassium chlorate?
Pronunciation: [pətˈasi͡əm klˈɔːɹe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Potassium chlorate is a white crystalline salt that is commonly used as an oxidizing agent, disinfectant, and herbicide. Some synonyms for potassium chlorate include Kalium chloricum, chlorate of potash, and chloric acid potassium salt. Additionally, it is also known as Berthollet's salt, after the French chemist Claude Louis Berthollet who discovered it in 1786. Potassium chlorate has many applications including in pyrotechnics, matchsticks, and as a component in some types of explosives. However, due to its explosive nature, it is highly regulated and restricted in many countries. It is important to handle potassium chlorate with care and follow safety precautions when using it in any application.
