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is the increased dissolved salts and minerals in the water.

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Hard water

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Mineral water

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Sparkle water

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Fresh water

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Solution

The correct option is A Hard water
Hard water is the increased dissolved salts and minerals in the water. Hard water is formed when water percolates through deposits of limestone and chalk which are largely made up of calcium and magnesium carbonates.

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