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/ˈhɑrdnəs/ · hard·ness
noun
- The quality of being hard. The hardness of the diamond made it difficult to cut.
- An instance of this quality; hardship. The hardness of the winter made it difficult for the crops to grow.
- The quantity of calcium carbonate dissolved in water, usually expressed in parts per million (ppm). The hardness of the water was measured at 200 ppm.
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Did you know? The concept of hardness has been a crucial factor in the development of various technologies, including cutting tools and water treatment systems.