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The permanent hardness of water can be removed by adding:

  • A Sodium carbonate
  • B Sodium chloride
  • C Calcium sulfate
  • D Magnesium sulfate
Correct Answer: Option A — Sodium carbonate
Explanation:
Sodium carbonate (washing soda) reacts with calcium and magnesium salts causing permanent hardness, precipitating them out and softening the water.
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