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What is a mixture of potassium nitrate, powdered charcoal and sulphur called?

Correct answer A. Gunpowder

Explanation

Gunpowder, or black powder, burns rapidly because potassium nitrate supplies oxygen to the charcoal and sulphur fuel, producing hot gases that cause an explosion.

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