Sodium hydroxide

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is a highly caustic and reactive compound that is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is a white, odorless, and non-volatile solid that is soluble in water and forms a strongly alkaline solution. Sodium hydroxide is commonly used in various industrial and laboratory applications, including: However, sodium hydroxide is highly…

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Hydroxides

Hydroxides are chemical compounds that consist of a metal cation and a hydroxide anion (OH-). They are a type of base that reacts with acids to form water and a salt. Hydroxides are important in many industrial and chemical processes, such as the production of soaps and detergents, water treatment, and the extraction of metals…

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