Question

explain gypsum mention it's uses
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Answer 1

Gypsum uses include: manufacture of wallboard, cement, plaster of Paris, soil conditioning, a hardening retarder in portland cement. Varieties of gypsum known as "satin spar" and "alabaster" are used for a variety of ornamental purposes; however, their low hardness limits their durability.

Uses: Used to manufacture dry wall, plaster, joint compound. An agricultural soil trea...

Chemical Composition: Hydrous calcium sulfate, CaSO4.2H2O

Chemical Classification: Sulfate

Mohs Hardness: 2

Answer 2

Answer:

Gypsum uses include: manufacture of wallboard, cement, plaster of Paris, soil conditioning, a hardening retarder in portland cement. Varieties of gypsum known as "satin spar" and "alabaster" are used for a variety of ornamental purposes; however, their low hardness limits their durability.