Question

A solution of potassium nitrate is made when potassium nitrate dissolves in water.

Describe a method you could use to obtain crystals of potassium nitrate from
potassium nitrate solution.
You should include an explanation of the process by which the crystals are produced
from the solution.
[6 marks]

Answer 1

Boil the water and stir in potassium nitrate. If it doesn't all dissolve, you can cook it on the stove or microwave it until the water boils again. Remove the solution from heat, but let it cool slowly for the best crystal formation.