alleryWhich common household compound has long been used as a water softener?
ACaustic potash
BWashing soda
CSlaked lime
DBaking powder
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Washing soda
Washing soda (sodium carbonate) is commonly used to soften hard water for laundry.
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