The nitrate salt which does not give a mixture of NO2 and O2 on heating is ______.

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The nitrate salt which does not give a mixture of NO2 and O2 on heating is KNO3. Explanation: When heated, alkali metal nitrates, such potassium or sodium nitrates, melt and transform into colourless liquids that break down to release oxygen gas. \ce{2KNO3->[Δ][]2KNO2 + O2↑}

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