Question

Write two disadvantages of hard water.

Answer 1

#It reduces the cleanising capacity of soap.Since it does not lather well with soap and form a insoluble mass called scum.

#Due to the presence of dissolved hardness-producing salts, the boiling point of water is elevated. Consequently, more fuel and time are required for cooking certain foods such as pulses, beans and peas do not cook soft in hard water.