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Noun: potassium chlorate  pu'ta-see-um 'klo,reyt
  1. A white salt (KClO3) used in matches, fireworks, and explosives; also used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent

Derived forms: potassium chlorates

Type of: salt

Encyclopedia: Potassium chlorate