Which of the following is a method to remove permanent hardness of water? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a method to remove permanent hardness of water?
A. Filtration
B. Boiling
C. Cooling
D. Adding washing soda
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Permanent hardness (due to CaSO₄ etc.) can be removed by adding Na₂CO₃, which precipitates CaCO₃. Boiling only removes temporary hardness. Ion exchange and calgon also work.

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