What is lye?

  • A
    $10\%$ solution of $NaCl$
  • B
    $A$ strong alkaline solution,typically $NaOH$ or $KOH$
  • C
    $10\%$ solution of $Ca(OH)_2$
  • D
    $10\%$ solution of $Na_2CO_3$

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