There's a catalog of Hokie merchandise we get a few times a year, I think from the bookstore that has pieces that can be used to decorate gardens, as door stops, and as desk items. But they're about $100+ depending on size and engraving.
Saltpeter is the common name used for several different chemical compounds, specifically for potassium nitrate and sodium nitrate. Potassium nitrate is commonly used in gunpowder, and sodium nitrate is found in fertilizers and explosives.
Sodium chlorideâalso known as saltâis necessary to help your body maintain fluid balance, help your muscles relax and your nerves transmit signals.Sodium chloride also helps maintain normal blood pressure.One teaspoon of salt contains about 2,300 milligrams, or 2.3 grams, of sodium.). Most of the salt consumed in a typical diet comes from processed food, such as salted meats, nuts and cold cuts; margarine and butter; chips, hot dogs and pretzels; and canned vegetables and bottled sauces.