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Nitroglycerin
Nitroglycerin is a nitrate that is used to treat chest pain caused by a heart problem and other heart conditions. This nitrate is available in many forms, including pills, sprays and patches. When used as a medication, nitroglycerin can open blood vessels, increasing oxygen and blood flow to the heart. It also can reduce blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels. Some scientists study whether or not small doses of nitroglycerin can stop progression of certain prostate conditions.
Sodium Nitrate
Sodium nitrate is used to preserve dry cured meat, in which it breaks down into sodium nitrite. Sodium nitrite is a cousin of sodium nitrate and prevents bacteria from eating meat and preserves meat's color. The biggest benefit of sodium nitrate and sodium nitrite in meats is that they lengthens the product's shelf life. In larger amounts, sodium nitrate is used as a pesticide, an ingredient in liquid or crystal drain products and as a fertilizer.
Potassium Nitrate
Potassium nitrate is a plant fertilizer. Compared to other fertilizers, potassium nitrate allows for improved outputs and increased quality of vegetables. This nitrate allows plants to absorb more nutrients for a longer period of time than other fertilizers of its kind. It is available in crystalline and prill forms, making it user-friendly to farmers who need to use a particular form for a particular crop. This nitrate is also used as an ingredient in toothpaste for people with sensitive teeth.
Ammonium Nitrate
Another nitrate used as a fertilizer is ammonium nitrate. The biggest benefit of this compound fertilizer is that it is less expensive than other nitrate fertilizers and does not affect the pH level of soil. Ammonium nitrate also replenishes soil with nutrients, which is very beneficial for farmers who want to plant crops in the same locations annually.