The difference between Hard water and Soft water

When used as nouns, hard water means water with a high concentration of dissolved minerals, especially calcium, making it difficult to lather with soap, whereas soft water means water with a low concentration of dissolved minerals, especially calcium, making it easier to lather with soap.


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  1. Hard water as a noun (chemistry):

    Water with a high concentration of dissolved minerals, especially calcium, making it difficult to lather with soap.

  1. Soft water as a noun (chemistry):

    Water with a low concentration of dissolved minerals, especially calcium, making it easier to lather with soap.