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What is the purpose of treating water with fluoride during water purification? to remove solids to kill bacteria to improve color to fight tooth decay to improve taste

Chemistry: The Molecular Science

5th Edition

ISBN:9781285199047

Author:John W. Moore, Conrad L. Stanitski

Publisher:John W. Moore, Conrad L. Stanitski

Chapter13: The Chemistry Of Solutes And Solutions

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 125QRT: In your own words, explain why (a) seawater has a lower freezing point than fresh water. (b) salt is...

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What is the purpose of treating water with fluoride during water purification?
to remove solids
to kill bacteria
to improve color
to fight tooth decay
to improve taste

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