Naoh Chemical Name

The chemical name for NaOH is sodium hydroxide.

"Sodium" refers to the element with the symbol "Na" on the periodic table, while "hydroxide" (-OH) is a polyatomic ion made up of one atom of oxygen and one atom of hydrogen.

Sodium hydroxide is a white, odorless solid that is highly caustic and can cause severe burns upon contact with skin or eyes. It is commonly used in the manufacture of various chemicals, soaps, and detergents, as well as in the production of paper, textiles, and aluminum.

In aqueous solution, sodium hydroxide behaves as a strong base, meaning it readily donates hydroxide ions (OH-) to other molecules. This property makes it useful in many industrial processes where basic conditions are required. However, due to its corrosive nature, proper precautions should always be taken when handling sodium hydroxide.