| potassium hydroxide n. A caustic white solid, KOH, used as a bleach and in the manufacture of soaps, dyes, alkaline batteries, and many potassium compounds. Also called caustic potash, lye, potash. |
potassium hydroxide
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a white deliquescent alkaline solid used in the manufacture of soap, liquid shampoos, and detergents. Formula: KOH Also called caustic potash See also lye
| potassium hydroxide A white, corrosive, solid compound used in bleaches and to make soaps and detergents. It is deliquescent, soluble in water and very soluble in alcohol. In solution, it forms lye. Chemical formula: KOH. |
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| Noun | 1. |  potassium hydroxide - a potassium compound often used in agriculture and industryhydrated oxide, hydroxide - a compound of an oxide with water lye - a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide |
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