Temporary hardness of water is due to the presence of

Magnesium bicarbonate

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Calcium chloride

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Magnesium sulphate

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Calcium carbonate

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Solution

The correct option is A Magnesium bicarbonate
Chlorides and sulphates of Mg and Ca produces permanent hardness whereas bicarbonates of Mg and Ca produces temporary hardness.

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