Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology Gun Powder is - Silver Nitrate Sodium Nitrate Pottasium Nitrate Calcium Nitrate Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Gunpowder is traditionally composed of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate (saltpeter). Potassium nitrate is the oxidizing agent. Silver nitrate, sodium nitrate, and calcium nitrate are not components of traditional gunpowder.