noun
sodium nitrate
Inorganic compound used in fertilizers, food preservatives, and pyrotechnics. Technical term.
硝酸ナトリウムは肥料や保存料として使われる。
Sodium nitrate is used as a fertilizer and preservative.
Sodium nitrite (NaNO₂), often used in similar applications but with different chemical properties and safety concerns.
Compound of 硝酸 (nitric acid) and ナトリウム (sodium), following standard chemical nomenclature.