Ca(NO₃)₂

Definition

Calcium nitrate (Ca(NO₃)₂) is a crystalline compound made up of calcium ions (Ca²⁺) and nitrate ions (NO₃⁻). It is commonly used as a fertilizer, oxidizer in fireworks, and as a component in concrete.

Related terms

Precipitation reaction: A chemical reaction where two solutions react to form an insoluble solid called a precipitate.

Solubility:

The maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a given quantity of solvent at a specific temperature.

Oxidizer: A substance that provides oxygen or helps other substances burn more readily.