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lye
1. A solution of potassium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide used as a strong alkaline solution in industry. 2. The alkaline solution that is obtained from the leaching of wood ashes.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Chemistry
- Category: Inorganic chemistry
- Company: McGraw-Hill
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- Dr. James
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