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Gun powder explodes to give nitrogen, carbon dioxide, potassium sulfide and various nitrogen oxides.

The stoichiometry depends upon the exact ratio of ingredients.
75% KNO3,
15% S, 10% C
gunpowder
         
N2
  +  
CO2
  +  
K2S
  +  
NO2
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Gunpowder     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Nitrogen     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Carbon dioxide     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Potassium sulfide     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming
Nitrogen dioxide     Reactions Using    Reactions Forming

Interaction, Reaction, Process defined as:
Decomposition by Heat (Pyrolysis)
Explosion

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