Additional Information for Sodium Nitrate
Sodium nitrate is a chemical compound with the formula NaNO3. It is a white, crystalline solid that is commonly used in various industries. Here are some key points about sodium nitrate:
1. Chemical Formula: NaNO3
2. Appearance: White, crystalline solid
3. Molecular Weight: 85.0 g/mol
4. Solubility: Sodium nitrate is highly soluble in water.
5. Uses: Sodium nitrate has several applications, including:
- Fertilizer: It is commonly used as a nitrogen fertilizer in agriculture.
- Food Preservative: Sodium nitrate is used as a food preservative, particularly in cured meats like bacon and hot dogs.
- Pyrotechnics: It is used in fireworks and explosives due to its oxidizing properties.
- Glass Manufacturing: Sodium nitrate is used in the production of glass and ceramics.
- Heat Transfer Fluid: It is used as a heat transfer fluid in solar power plants.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Sodium nitrate is used in the production of certain medications.
Please note that sodium nitrate should be handled with care, as it can be toxic if ingested or inhaled in large quantities. It is important to follow proper safety precautions when working with this chemical.
Related Item Names for INC 11839 Sodium Nitrate
NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 11839 Sodium Nitrate Page 1 of 1
- A-A-59282-SODIUM NITRATE 212G
- RNCC: 2 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
- AC424350050
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 4
- S5506-500G
- RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
- 8100
- RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 4
- O-S-634
- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
- 0C265
- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
- S8170-250G
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
- MIL-S-322 GRADE B PRILLED
- RNCC: 2 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
- O-C-265 NITRATE STANDARD
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
- 87232-8622
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
- AC-8425
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6
- 3770
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6