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Difference Between Temporary and Permanent Hardness (with Comparison Table)

Temporary hardness is caused by dissolved bicarbonates of calcium and magnesium and can be removed by boiling. Permanent hardness is caused by sulfates and

TL;DR: Temporary hardness is caused by dissolved bicarbonates of calcium and magnesium and can be removed by boiling. Permanent hardness is caused by sulfate…

By Syllab.in · Updated Jun 17, 2026

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