Silver nitrate is a chemical compound made up of silver and nitrate ions, represented by the formula AgNO3. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is highly soluble in water. Silver nitrate is commonly used in various applications, including photography, medicine, and as a reagent in chemical reactions. In medicine, silver nitrate is often used for its antiseptic properties, particularly in treating wounds and preventing infections. It can also be used to remove warts and other skin lesions. Additionally, silver nitrate plays a role in the production of silver nanoparticles and in the synthesis of other silver compounds.