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Nope, the formula of potassium hydroxide is K-O-H oxygen can combine with exactly two elements normally. K (potassium) can combine with one the same for hydrogen. There is no more reacting with oxygen left to do, so it will not burn in air.
It is corrosive though, it will eat metals, and flesh, and it will also release hydrogen gas when combined with aluminum and water. Hydrogen gas is flammable.
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ViviPotassium hydroxide is not flammable, but it is a strong base that can react exothermically with acids, leading to the potential for fire in certain situations. It is important to handle potassium hydroxide carefully and store it away from incompatible chemicals to prevent any fire hazards.
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How can one make potassium hydroxide?
Potassium hydroxide can be made by reacting potassium carbonate with calcium hydroxide. This reaction produces potassium hydroxide and calcium carbonate as byproducts.
What is the word equation for potassium hydroxide?
The word (equation)/name is 'potassium hydroxide'. Its chemical formula is 'KOH'. However, for it to be an equation, what do you want to react with it????
The name for KOH?
KOH is potassium hydroxide.
If you use potassium hydroxide instead of sodium hydroxide what salt would you make?
If you use potassium hydroxide instead of sodium hydroxide, you would make potassium salts instead of sodium salts. For example, if you reacted potassium hydroxide with hydrochloric acid, you would produce potassium chloride.
What is the difference in sodium hydroxide and potassium hydroxide?
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and potassium hydroxide (KOH) are both strong alkalis, but they differ in their chemical properties. Potassium hydroxide is typically more soluble in water compared to sodium hydroxide. Additionally, potassium hydroxide is more reactive and has a higher melting point than sodium hydroxide.
