What are component ratios of black powder?

Black powder is a mixture of three primary components: potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur. The traditional component ratios of black powder are 75% potassium nitrate, 15% charcoal, and 10% sulfur. These ratios can vary depending on the desired properties of the black powder. For example, increasing the proportion of potassium nitrate can make the powder more powerful, while increasing the proportion of charcoal can make it less sensitive to moisture.