Hard and soft water

water supply

1. Hard Water, Soft Water BY.M.Z.J

2. Hard Water One class of impurity that is of special interest is "hardness". As water moves through soil and rock, it dissolves very small amounts of minerals and holds them in solution. Calcium and magnesium dissolved in water are the two most common minerals that make water “hard.” The degree of hardness becomes greater as the calcium and magnesium content increases.

3. Hard Water Minerals in hard water interact with soap. Interferes with soap’s ability to lather.

4. Effects of Hard Water Homes with hard water use more soap! More soap residue.

5. Effects of Hard Water Calcium and iron deposits can build up in appliances Washing machine Dish washer Steam iron Shortens their life span and adds to landfill problem!

6. Soft Water Water with very low concentrations of minerals. Soap lathers easily and is sometimes difficult to rinse off.