Common molecules sample 50852

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Empirical formula:	KNO₃
a:	5.255 Å
b:	8.783 Å
c:	5.854 Å
α (alpha):	90.00 °
β (beta):	90.00 °
γ (gamma):	90.00 °
Volume:	270.19 Å³
Space group:	Pmcn
Calculated density:	2.485 g/cm³
Z:	4
Formula weight:	101.103 g/mole
Structural formula:	K(NO₃)
Common name:	Niter
ICSD collection code:	71397
Short description:	Niter has several uses, from a fertilizer to a reverse aphrodisiac.
Keyword:	soluble
Keyword:	flame test
Keyword:	saltpeter
IUPAC name:	Potassium nitrate -alpha
Layman's explanation:	Niter is a large white or grey encrusting mineral found on the surfaces and floors of caves, in arid desert regions. It is very soluble in water and gives a violet flame in a flame test. During the War of 1812, niter, also known as saltpeter, was mined for gunpowder manufacturing. Today it is used as a fertilizer, a mineral specimen, and is sometimes used as a reverse aphrodisiac to reduce sexual desire in men.
Citation of a publication:	Physical Review, Serie 3. B - Condensed Matter,44 (1991)p7215-7224; Lu,H.M. Hardy, J.R.
Lab name:	Common molecules
Sample provider:	Contributed by Indiana University
Status:	Complete, visible to public

Repository Files:
50852.CIF	50852.crt	50852.gif	50852.ort	50852.pdb
50852.sdt