Question

A compound *X' is prepared from gypsum has a property ofhardening when mixed with a proper quantity
of water.
(1)
Identify the compound 'X'.
(i)
Write the chemical equation for its preparation.
(1)
Write any two uses of compound X'.​

Answer 1

Answer:

1 plaster of paris

2caso4.2h2o > caso4.1/2h20+1 1/2 h2o

3used by doctors to keep a fractured bone without any motion and used for modelling certain materials like dolls etc

Explanation:

Answer 2

1. the compound X is plaster of Paris (POP)
2. CaSO4.2H2O------->CaSO4.1/2H2O+ 3/2H2O
3. plaster of Paris is used to fractured bones in place and it is used to make pop dolls. used to make fireproof materials as well