Question

Which of the cells are responsible for the temporary hardness of water?

Answer 1

Hard water contains dissolved magnesium and calcium ions. These make it more difficult for the water to form a lather with soap. Temporary hardness is caused by dissolved calcium hydrogencarbonate (which is removed by boiling). Permanent hardness is caused by dissolved calcium sulfate (which is not removed by boiling).

Answer 2

Answer:

calcium hydrogencarbonate

Temporary hardness is due to the presence of calcium hydrogencarbonate Ca(HCO3)2(aq) and magnesium hydrogencarbonate Mg(HCO3)2(aq). Both calcium hydrogencarbonate and magnesium hydrogencarbonate decompose when heated.