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[–] DaPorkchop_@lemmy.ml 8 points 1 year ago (2 children)

where does the salt go? wouldn't it build up in the pipes and cause them to get clogged?

[–] IndefiniteBen@feddit.nl 3 points 1 year ago

Another commenter summarized the nature article linked in comments... Yes, the salt is left in the pipes, so they are flushed out at night to prevent buildup.

[–] Nioxic@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 1 year ago

Only if the water evaporates within the pipes?