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'''Saltpeter''' is a non-economic and low-value yellow [[stone]] found within [[sedimentary layer]]s. With a melting point of {{ct|10601}} and a boiling point of only {{ct|10720}}, it is one of the few stones which will ''boil'' in [[magma]]. Saltpeter is also the second least dense non-economic stone, second to [[jet]], making it great for objects that must be hauled frequently, if it were not for its rarity. | '''Saltpeter''' is a non-economic and low-value yellow [[stone]] found within [[sedimentary layer]]s. With a melting point of {{ct|10601}} and a boiling point of only {{ct|10720}}, it is one of the few stones which will ''boil'' in [[magma]]. Saltpeter is also the second least dense non-economic stone, second to [[jet]], making it great for objects that must be hauled frequently, if it were not for its rarity. | ||
| − | In real life, its best known use is as a primary ingredient of gunpowder, along with [[charcoal]] and [[brimstone|sulfur]]. This process does not exist in | + | In real life, its best known use is as a primary ingredient of gunpowder, along with [[charcoal]] and [[brimstone|sulfur]]. This process does not exist in Dwarf Fortress (yet; it seems Toady has plans to include gunpowder later, but only for simple uses), and therefore gunpowder is also non-existent. Saltpeter, as a source of both potassium (like [[potash]]) and nitrogen, is also a fertilizer, though it is not possible to use it as such in Dwarf Fortress. |
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It is rumored that if a dwarf ever discovers saltpeter's capabilities, dwarven "civilization" would come to an explosive, but [[Fun]] end. | It is rumored that if a dwarf ever discovers saltpeter's capabilities, dwarven "civilization" would come to an explosive, but [[Fun]] end. | ||