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(a) Explain why permanent hardness in water cannot be removed by boiling.
(b) Name two methods that can be used to remove permanent hardness from water.

Answer Text:
a)- The calcium and magnesium compounds in the water cannot be decomposed by heating
b)- Ionic exchange
- Adding sodium carbonate (washing soda)