How to use sodium hydroxide
How to use sodium hydroxide
Sodium hydroxide is a strong base and is extremely corrosive, so care must be taken when using it. Here are some common uses:
1. As an acid neutralizer: Sodium hydroxide can neutralize acidic substances, such as neutralizing acidic wastewater in sewage treatment.
2. As a detergent: Sodium hydroxide can be used to clean oil stains and stubborn stains, such as in industrial cleaning and metal surface treatment.
3. As a chemical in the paper industry: Sodium hydroxide can be used in the bleaching and manufacturing of paper.
4. As a reagent in chemical experiments: Sodium hydroxide can be used in many organic synthesis reactions, such as in esterification and halogenation reactions.
Whenever sodium hydroxide is used, appropriate protective measures must be taken, such as wearing protective glasses, gloves, and an appropriate respirator. At the same time, it is necessary to avoid mixing sodium hydroxide with acidic substances to avoid the production of toxic gases.
