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Scum formation with soap increases the cleansing property.

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The correct option is B False
Scum is a white insoluble substance formed when a soap is used in hard water. This scum formation does not allow the soap to function properly. Hence, decreases its cleansing property. On the other hand lather formation increases the cleansing action.

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