Which of the following is responsible for hardness of water?
A
CaHCO3
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B
CaCl2
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C
Both (a) and (b)
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D
None of these
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Solution
The correct option is C Both (a) and (b) Temporary hardness of water is due to the presence of bicarbonates of calcium and magnesium while permanent hardness is due to the presence of soluble chlorides and sulphates of calcium and magnesium.