When you rub the NaOH, KOH, NH4OH, and milk of magnesia solution between your fingers, how does it feel?
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NaOH (sodium hydroxide) solution: When you rub NaOH solution between your fingers, it feels slippery and soapy. This is because NaOH is a strong base and can react with the oils on your skin to form soap. Show more…
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