Differentiate between the following.
Soft water and hard water

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Soft water
Hard water
1.Soft water is the water that easily gives lather with the use of soap and is free from salts of magnesium and calcium. 1.Hard water is the water that contains high amount of dissolved salts and does not give lather with the use of soap.
2. Soft water is suitable for drinking and cooking purposes. 2. Hard water is not suitable for drinking and cooking purposes.

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Soft water	Hard water
1.Soft water is the water that easily gives lather with the use of soap and is free from salts of magnesium and calcium.	1.Hard water is the water that contains high amount of dissolved salts and does not give lather with the use of soap.
2. Soft water is suitable for drinking and cooking purposes.	2. Hard water is not suitable for drinking and cooking purposes.