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Temporary hardness of water is mainly caused by the presence of

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Types of hardness: \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} \text{Temporary hardness} &\rightarrow \text{Ca(HCO}_3)_2,\ \text{Mg(HCO}_3)_2 \text{Permanent hardness} &\rightarrow \text{CaSO}_4,\ \text{MgSO}_4,\ \text{CaCl}_2,\ \text{MgCl}_2 \end{aligned} } \]
Updated On: Jul 18, 2026
  • Bicarbonates of Ca\(^{2+}\) and Mg\(^{2+}\)
  • Sulphates and chlorides of Ca\(^{2+}\) and Mg\(^{2+}\)
  • Sodium salts
  • Dissolved oxygen
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The Correct Option is A

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