Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

What is the chemical name of saltpetre?

Options:

Potassium nitrate

Potassium manganite

Lead nitrate

Lead sulphate

Correct Answer:

Potassium nitrate

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 1. Potassium nitrate.

The chemical name of saltpetre is Potassium nitrate

Here's why:

Saltpetre is a common name for a naturally occurring mineral composed of potassium nitrate (KNO₃).

Potassium manganite (KMnO₄) is a different compound known as potassium permanganate, which has a distinct purple color and various uses, but is not commonly referred to as saltpetre.

Lead nitrate (Pb(NO₃)₂) and lead sulfate (PbSO₄) are compounds containing lead and are not related to saltpetre.

Therefore, potassium nitrate is the accurate name for the chemical compound commonly known as saltpetre.