What are three major objectives of boiler water treatment?

• A. Increase water hardness
• B. Improve combustion efficiency, increase boiler pressure, and reduce fuel consumption.
• C. Prevent corrosion, prevent scale/precipitation, and control carryover/foaming; maintain proper pH and alkalinity and silica limits.
• D. Add color to boiler water for monitoring, ensure steam purity, and reduce energy use.

Answer: (C)