Question

How is plaster of paris chemically different from gypsum ? How many these we entire converted ? write 1 use of plaster of paris . please answer me fast.i do my school hw​

Answer 1

Answer:

plaster of paris is is reactant where as the gypsum was product of the chemical equation one use of of plaster of paris is sometimes doctor use it for fractured bones

Explanation:

it is used for making designs on ceilings also

Answer 2

PLASTER OF PARIS :

• Plaster of Paris is formed when the gypsum is heated at 373K.

• In this process, gypsum loses water molecules to become Calcium sulphate hemihydrate.

• This Calcium sulphate hemihydrate is none other than Plaster of Paris.

• In simple words Plaster of Paris is a white powder. When water is mixed, it sets into hard solid mass due to formation of gypsum.

REACTION :

CaSO4. 1/2H20 + 1½ H2O -> CaSO4.2H2O

In the above formula,

CaSO4. 1/2H20 is Plaster of Paris

CaSO4.2H2O is gypsum

USES OF PLASTER OF PARIS :

• Plaster if Paris is mainly used in medical purpose.

• As, doctors use it for supporting fractured bones in right position.

• Plaster of Paris is also used in making idols, materials for decoration, for making surface smooth etc.