1 2 3 1 _ _ _ 2 _ _ _ 3 _ _ _ ACROSS 1) a strong solution of sodium or potassium hydroxide 2) (judaism) sacred chest where the ancient hebrews kept the two tablets containing the ten commandments 3) white crystalline compound used as a food additive to enhance flavor; often used in chinese cooking DOWN 1) a rapid escape (as by criminals) 2) a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days 3) a graphical recording of the cardiac cycle produced by an electrocardiograph ** Scroll down for solution. ** Are you sure you want to peek? lye ark msg