Name the following:-
Water that does not contain compounds of calcium and magnesium.

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Solution

Water-
It is a universal solvent.
It is essential for living beings.
It is vital for industrial and domestic purposes.
Types of water on the basis of salts present in them:
Hard water- It contains a high amount of calcium and magnesium compounds.
Soft water- It does not contain compounds of calcium and magnesium.
Hence,
the water that does not contain compounds of calcium and magnesium is called Soft water.

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