NEETChemistryHydrogen
Why does hard water not form lather with soap?
Options
- AHard water contains dissolved minerals that react with soap.
- BHard water has a higher pH, making it less effective with soap.
- CHard water has a lower surface tension, preventing lather formation.
- DHard water contains excessive amounts of detergent.
Correct answer
A. Hard water contains dissolved minerals that react with soap.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A) Hard water contains dissolved minerals that react with soap.