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Normally you don't make lye, you usually purchase it. It depends on your use of Sodium Hydroxide (lye) but one of the ways that lye can be made is by taking ashes from a fire and dripping water of it. The liquid resulting is lye. When most people think of Grandma's soap they think of the harsh feel and smell of it, it is because she probably made her lye this way. The way most in home soap makers get lye is in dry pearl format from a chemical company.
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How do you use lye to make a basic compound?
To make a basic compound using lye, mix the lye (sodium hydroxide) with water to create a sodium hydroxide solution. Lye is a strong base that dissociates in water to produce hydroxide ions, making the solution basic. Remember to handle lye with caution as it is highly corrosive.
How do you make lye solution for lutefisk?
To make lye solution for lutefisk, you can mix food-grade lye with water in a well-ventilated area while wearing protective gear such as gloves and goggles. Follow a recipe that specifies the ratio of lye to water, as improper dilution can be dangerous to handle. Pour the solution over the fish to soak and begin the curing process.
How do you make lye soap?
mix lye, water, and fat in large pot. heat and stir. you will get soap.
How can I safely and effectively use lye to make pretzels at home?
To safely and effectively use lye to make pretzels at home, wear protective gear like gloves and goggles, carefully mix lye with water in a well-ventilated area, dip the pretzels in the lye solution briefly, and bake them at a high temperature to ensure the lye is neutralized.
Can you make a cleanser using citric acid in place of lye?
Yes, but not for the same purposes that you use lye for. Lye works because it is alkaline, while citrus is acidic.
What does hydrochloric acid and lye make?
salt and water.
What is a homophone for lie?
The homophone for "lie" is "lye".
What do you make from wood ashes?
Along with animal fat, you could make lye soap.
Does SPLAT the hair dye have lye in it?
no , it do not. lye disolve hairs so you do not want lye in you hairs dye.so splat dont have contain lye.
Is lye a mixture?
Yes lye is a mixture.
Is there lye in shampoo?
No, shampoo does not contain lye.
Is lye a base or an acid?
Lye is a base.
