Why is potassium chlorate not used for laboratory preparation of oxygen?

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Potassium chlorate is a white solid. When it is heated strongly , first it melts and then it begins to boil, giving of oxygen. Potassium chlorate needs strong heating. That is why it is not used for laboratory preparation of oxygen.

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