Chlorate

Chlorate is an ion. Its chemical formula is ClO₃^-. It contains chlorine in the +5 oxidation state. It is a strong oxidizing agent. It exists in chemical compounds such as potassium chlorate. Many chlorates produce oxygen when they are heated. Chlorates are salts of chloric acid.

• Hypochlorite
• Potassium chlorate

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