How to Make Potassium Hydroxide from Ash Water for Spirulina Cultivation
Ash water, AKA Lye is a powerful alkali base used in spirulina cultivation to replace potassium hydroxide. It is created by mixing rainwater and natural wood ashes.

Ash water, AKA Lye is a powerful alkali base used in spirulina cultivation to replace potassium hydroxide. It is created by mixing rainwater and natural wood ashes.

Although Wikipedia defines itself as the “free encyclopedia”, allowing anyone to edit its pages, there are interest groups out there actively trying to censor the Spirulina Wikipedia page by editing and re-editing it over and over again.

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The original 1966 Zarrouk culture medium formula used by NASA included 2 liquid solutions: Solution A5 and solution B6. These acidic liquids require special care, as they involve the use of hazardous acids which, if not handled properly, can cause serious damage and discomfort, irritating the eyes and skin of the preparer.While we do not encourage the use of such chemicals, we find it of great importance to educate amateur and beginner growers so they can avoid unnecessary accidents.


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