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Potassium - Elements in Fireworks

Elements in Fireworks

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Potassium compounds are used as oxidizers in fireworks.

Potassium compounds are used as oxidizers in fireworks.

Justin Urgitis, www.wikipedia.org

Firework Facts

Symbol: K

Name: Potassium

Use: Potassium helps to oxidize firework mixtures. Potassium nitrate, potassium chlorate, and potassium perchlorate are all important oxidizers.

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