sodium hydroxide

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A strong, caustic alkali (NaOH) used in the manufacture of soap, detergents, paper, textiles and having many other industrial applications.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

sodium hydroxide

Synonyms

caustic soda E524 when used as an acidity regulator lye soda lye

Derived words

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