Gunpowder ingredient Crossword Clue

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Let us find the right answer for the crossword clue "Gunpowder ingredient" published by Mirror quick crossword puzzle.
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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Gunpowder ingredient" leads us to the answer "NITRE." Let's break down why this answer fits the clue:

• NITRE is a common term used for a specific chemical compound known as potassium nitrate.
• In historical contexts, potassium nitrate has been a key ingredient in gunpowder manufacturing.
• Gunpowder typically consists of a mixture of potassium nitrate (NITRE), charcoal, and sulfur.
• Given the direct link between the use of NITRE in gunpowder, it aligns perfectly as the answer to the clue "Gunpowder ingredient."

By understanding the historical significance and composition of gunpowder, we can see why NITRE is the correct answer for this crossword clue.

More Answers:

• NITRE
• NITER
• SULFUR
• SALTPETER
• SULPHUR
• SALTPETRE

Definition of "NITRE"

potassium nitrate, especially as a naturally occurring mineral.

 The Crossword clue "Gunpowder ingredient" published 67 time/s & has 6 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
Mirror quick	6 April 2024	NITRE
Thomas Joseph – King Feature Syndicate	15 February 2024	NITER
New York Times	14 January 2024	NITER
Crossword Champ Pro	21 February 2023	NITER
Crossword Champ Premium	14 September 2022	NITER
Crossword Champ Daily	12 July 2022	NITER

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Crossword	Date	Answer
Mirror classic	26 August 2020	NITRE
Wall Street Journal	25 July 2020	NITER
L.A. Times Daily	29 March 2020	NITER
The Times Concise	4 February 2019	NITRE
Penny dell	12 March 2017	NITER
USA Today	7 March 2016	NITER
Universal	4 September 2015	NITER
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate	18 November 2012	NITER
Newsday.com	26 February 2012	NITER
Eugene Sheffer – King Feature Syndicate	4 August 2010	NITER
L.A. Times Sunday	27 July 2008	NITER