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Harsh Cleaning Agent Crossword Clue

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noun

• a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide

30%15 Frequently used as a cleaning agent in dry cleaning
noun

• a heavy colorless highly toxic liquid used as a solvent to clean electronic components and for dry cleaning and as a fumigant; causes cancer and liver and lung damage

27%5 Powdered cleaning agent
noun

• an ore of boron consisting of hydrated sodium borate; used as a flux or cleansing agent

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