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NaOH is lye ... relatively nasty stuff (for metal and skin). (MP 323°C) I've read that 'Glauber's salt' (Na2SO4.10H2O<->Na2SO4) (MP 32.4°C) is good for heat storage. Sounds like a better idea for residential applications.


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