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Unread 05-18-2012, 10:44 AM   #23
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That is really interesting, Tom, thanks for sharing. Also note that Elemental potassium reacts with water (i.e. humidity) to form a base, Potassium Hydroxide. Basic compounds are highly corrosive and reactive to metals, especially steel. The soap would dissolve and neutralize any traces of KOH that could be present.
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