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Is there acid in lye?
No, it is basic, but is just as dangerous as a strong acid.
In the movie fight club why did Brad Pitt pour vinegar on Edward Norton's hand after he put lye on it?
Because lye is a strong alkali and he used acidic vinegar to neutralise it.
Is lye a base or an acid?
LYE is a BASE . More correctly an Alkali ( Soluble Base) . The name 'Lye' is an historical and trade name for Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH).
Is drain cleaner an alkali or acid?
Drain cleaner is typically an alkali. It contains strong alkaline compounds such as lye (sodium hydroxide) or potash (potassium hydroxide) that help break down organic materials and clear clogs in drains.
What acid will you expect to find as constituent of lye?
'Lye' has NO constituent acid. The name 'lye' is an historical and trade name for sodium hydroxide (NaOH) Sodium hydroxide is an Alkali (Soluble Base). However, Lye (sodium hydroxide) will react with acids to produce an 'chemical salt' and water/
Is a lye acid or base?
Lye is a strong base.
Is lye a base?
Yes, lye is a strong base.
Is sodium hydroxide known as lye?
Correct. Lye applies not completely to sodium hydroxide, but also to other strong alkali, like potassium hydroxide. Sodium hydroxide just happens to be the most common form of it.
What effects does lye have to the skin?
Lye is a strong alkali that can cause severe burns, irritation, and damage to the skin upon contact. It can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness and potential long-term damage. It is important to handle lye cautiously and use protective gear when working with it to minimize the risk of skin exposure.
Strong base commonly known as lye?
Lye is sodium hydroxide.
Is drano harmful to the environment?
Quite harmful. It is both a strong alkali (lye) which can cause tissue damage and change the pH of water bodies and can produce an exothermic reaction in excess of 400° F.
What is the charge of aqueous NaOH or lye?
Sodium hydroxide is an alkali; the pH of the solution is over 7.
