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water softener
any of a group of substances that when added to water containing calcium and magnesium ions cause the ions to precipitate or change their usual properties: used in the purification of water for the laboratory, and for giving water more efficient sudsing ability with soap. -
borax pentahydrate
a white, crystalline, water-soluble solid, Na 2 B 4 O 7 ⋅5H 2 O, used chiefly for killing weeds, as a water softener, and as a disinfectant and deodorizing agent. -
conditioner
A conditioner is a substance which you can put on your hair after you have washed it to make it softer. -
diethylene glycol
a syrupy colorless liquid, C 4 H 10 O 3 , used as a solvent for cellulose nitrate and as a fabric softener. -
fabric softener
a substance added to fabrics during laundering to make them puffier and softer. -
sodium tripolyphosphate
a white powder, Na 5 P 3 O 1 0 , used as a water softener, sequestering agent, and food additive.