Overview. Potassium nitrate, also known as saltpeter, is an odorless powder composed of transparent and/or white crystals. It is prepared commercially for use in a number of products, including gunpowder, fireworks, matches, rocket propellants, ceramics, glass and fertilizers.ire. While potassium nitrate itself is not combustible, it is considered to be a strong oxidizer, meaning that it releases oxygen when it breaks down, or decomposes. This oxygen release greatly enhances the flammability of other materials.
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Constitutional Reform. The Smith Commission, chaired by Lord Smith of Kelvin, is now considering proposals submitted by the Scottish Government in the document: More Powers for the Scottish Parliament. The proposals for further powers have been set out following the outcome of the September 18 Referendum.onstitutional Reform. The Smith Commission, chaired by Lord Smith of Kelvin, is now considering proposals submitted by the Scottish Government in the document: More Powers for the Scottish Parliament. The proposals for further powers have been set out following the outcome of the September 18 Referendum.