English Dictionary:
- A white amorphous or granular substance which consists
principally of potassium carbonate, and has a strong alkaline reaction.
It is obtained by lixiviating wood ashes, and evaporating the lye, and
has been an important source of potassium compounds. It is used in
making soap, glass, etc.
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