Mange in Fox and Coyote. Sarcoptic mange is probably the biggest killer of red foxes and coyotes in New Jersey. It is a highly contagious disease and can be easily spread. It is caused by an infestation of Sarcoptes scabiei canis, a burrowing mite, causing intense itching from an allergic reaction to the mite and resulting in hair loss.
Chemically, the difference between the two is that hard water contains calcium and magnesium ions, while soft water does not. Soft water is easier to lather with than hard water is. Continue Reading.
The other reason that hardness is important is that it affects pH. Hard water (high mineral content) is usually high in pH. Soft water (low mineral) is usually low in pH. The mineral in hard water will act as a buffer which will reduce the amount of acid in the water.