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The calcium (as calcium carbonate) in hard water replaces the sodium on the fatty acids of the soap causing them to precipitate as a sticky scum. This deposits soap scum on the things being washed and causes the formation of "bathtub ring" on bathtubs, sinks, etc.
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How is hard water different from soft water?
soft water:1. makes lather with soap faster.2. use a lot of water.hard water:1. makes lather with soap in very less amount.2. soap is wasted.3. chlorides, sulphates and bicarbonates of Ca and Mg are responsible.
What is in soap?
Generally speaking, soap contains surfactants, which are chemicals that cut the surface tension of water and which will "link up" with oil, grease and dirt to allow water to wash it away. There is a lot more to the chemistry of soap (sometimes called detergent), and links can be found below to learn more.
Why is soap soluble in water?
Soap is soluble becasue it is a 'salt', with either a soddium or potassium cation. Remember all group '1' compounds are water solublke. Soap is Sodium Stearate. ( Na^+ CH3(CH2)16C(=O)-O^-) Modern soap usually has a lot of other agents added , notably a perfume to make it smell nice.
Why is hard water undesirable?
Couple of reasons, "Hard" water- water with a lot of dissolved minerals- usually calcium, does not work with with soaps or detergents. It is hard to "lather" with hard water, and you use more cleaning product to get the same effect. Second, the minerals can be deposited in pipes, fixtures and appliances, clogging or wearing them prematurely.
What sort of water will a cat drink?
drinking water, the more he drinks water when he feels it gives way, not to force it.
How do you get latex primer off of your face?
You must use a lot of water, soap, and scrub hard.
How is hard water different from soft water?
soft water:1. makes lather with soap faster.2. use a lot of water.hard water:1. makes lather with soap in very less amount.2. soap is wasted.3. chlorides, sulphates and bicarbonates of Ca and Mg are responsible.
What common misperception about xeriscaping does the author address in this article?
It consumes a lot of water.
How do you clean Adidas fit foam flip flops?
using soap, scrun them with a mr. clean magic eraser in the sink. make sure to use a lot of water and soap. scrub very hard but not too hard because the color might fade on the flip flops
Can someone die if soap water gets in their stomach?
It is possible, but it would take a lot of soap in the water to cause this. Generally a person will vomit the soap water back out before a major toxicity reaction occurs.
How do you get rid of a burn smell from a pot?
You wash it with a lot of soap and keep i in the sink with a lot of soapy water.
What does it feel like if you get soap in your eye?
when anyone get soap in their eyes, just wash it with lot of water. Take a tub of water and open eyes to feel better
Was it hard to build a washing machine?
No. All you need is a large, smooth rock, some soap, a lot of water, and the clothes. It take a long time to build a rock, though.
What is the difference between soap and shower gel?
Soap is primarily sodium stearate. It leaves a film when it combines with hard water to form calcium stearate (soap scum). Body wash is a detergent that does not form soap scum. It, like Zest bath bars has no sodium stearate. The difference between the Zest and most body washes is the fragrance in the recipe and that you are paying for a whole lot of water and a fancy bottle.
What is the term for person who consumes a lot of food?
fat
Why hard water is unfit for usage?
Hard water contains a lot of ions , which can lead to the build up of limescale.
