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Markdown
26 lines
517 B
Markdown
## Ascorbic acid
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**Formula**
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$C6H8O6$
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**Pyrotechnic use**
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Fuel for the composition Golden Powder, a black powder subsitute.
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**Synonyms**
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Vitamin C
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**Description**
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Ascorbic acid is an organic acid. Its appearance is white to light yellow crystals or powder. It is water soluble. In pyrotechnics it is primarily used as a fuel for the composition [Golden Powder](Golden_Powder.html "Golden Powder"), a black powder substitute.
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**Sources**
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TBD
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**Hazards**
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None, as it can be used as a food supplement.
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