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Describe Zeolite method with a labelled diagram.
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Principle
Zeolites are hydrated sodium alumina silicates having general formula as $Na_2O \ \ Al_2O_3 \ \ xSiO_2 \ \ yH_2O$ and are capable of exchanging their Na-ions for hardness causing ions like $Ca^{2+} \ \ and \ \ Mg^{2+}$.
Zeolites have a exchange capacity per unit weight. These calcium …