BITSAT2015ChemistryHydrogenActual
Which one the following removes temporary hardness of water?
Options
- ASlaked lime
- BPlaster of Paris
- CEpsom
- DHydrolith
Correct answer
A. Slaked lime
Step-by-step solution
This method is known as Clark's process. In this method temporary hardness is removed byadding lime water or milk of lime. Ca ( OH )₂+ Ca ( HCO ₃ )₂ ppt . 2 CaCO ₃ +2 H ₂ O