chlorate
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A chlorate is a salt that contains the anion ClO3−. Chlorine, a chemical element and a toxic, corrosive gas, can exist in various oxidation states, including +1, +3, +5, and +7. The +5 oxidation state corresponds to the chlorate ion.12
Chlorates are produced through chemical processes involving chlorine. For instance, potassium chlorate is an important inorganic chemical made by the direct action of chlorine on other substances. These compounds have various applications, including in the chemical industry for manufacturing other chemicals.3
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