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.
Introduction to Hard Water and Water Softeners. A water softener removes the calcium and magnesium ions that make water hard by replacing them with salt / sodium via ion exchange. Look for an NSF-certified water softener with a system monitor to indicate when salt is low to make sure you maintain optimum levels for soft water.