Lye

Lye is the common name of various alkaline solutions, including soda lye (a solution of sodium hydroxide) and potash lye (a solution of potassium hydroxide).^[1]^[2] Lyes are used as cleaning products, as ingredients in soapmaking, and in various other contexts.

^ "Lye". Merriam-Webster.com. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
^ Matson, Michael L.; Orbaek, Alvin W. (2013). Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons. p. 333. ISBN 978-1-118-21794-8.

[1] "Lye". Merriam-Webster.com. Retrieved 15 June 2025.

[2] Matson, Michael L.; Orbaek, Alvin W. (2013). Inorganic Chemistry For Dummies. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons. p. 333. ISBN 978-1-118-21794-8.

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