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Water Quality - Hardness

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  • In contrast to water hardness, the total amount of all dissolved matter in the water is known as TDS. When water evaporates or is heated, dissolved minerals are left behind. For example, these dissolved minerals are the residue that collects in hot water heaters.
    Water Quality - Hardness

  • “Hardness” refers to the calcium and magnesium content of water. CVWD water tends to be “moderately hard” to “hard” ranging between 81-190 milligrams per liter (mg/L) or approximately 8 grains per gallon (gpg).
    Water Quality - Hardness