What is another word for chlorate?

Pronunciation: [klˈɔːɹe͡ɪt] (IPA)

Chlorates are an essential group of chemical compounds that contain the chlorate ion (ClO3−). The ion is produced when chlorine dioxide reacts with an alkali metal hydroxide, such as sodium hydroxide. Synonyms for chlorate include chloric acid, hypochlorite, and perchlorate. Whilst these three terms also reference different types of chemical compounds, they are closely related to chlorate. Chloric acid is a powerful oxidizing substance that is derived from chlorates, while hypochlorite is a salt of hypochlorous acid and is used in disinfectants. Finally, perchlorate is a salt derived from perchloric acid. Though these terms refer to different compounds, they are all important in various applications like pesticides and disinfectants.

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Usage examples for Chlorate

In congested glands give 1 pound of Epsom salt, and daily thereafter one-half ounce saltpeter, with a dram of chlorate of potassium; the bag should be bathed with hot or cold water, and rubbed with camphorated lard.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
No such precipitate is produced in a solution of chlorate of potassium or chloracetic acid, where the chlorine is entangled in the complex ion ClO3 or C2H3ClO2. Since, then, the toxic and pharmacological properties of an electrolyte depend entirely on the ionic grouping, it behoves the physician and the biologist to study the structure and grouping of the ions in a molecule, rather than that of the atoms.
"The Mechanism of Life"
Stéphane Leduc
The principal ingredients are the chlorate of sodium, mixed with the bicarbonates of lime, soda, and magnesia, and a little iron.
"The South of France--East Half"
Charles Bertram Black

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