Alum is water purifier because it___________

coagulates the impurities

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soften hard water

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gives taste

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destroys the pathogenic bacteria

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Solution

The correct option is B coagulates the impurities
Alum contains many cations and water has anionic impurities. On adding alum coagulates the suspended impurities and make water fit for drinking purposes.

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