Question

Plaster of Paris formula

Answer 1

CaSO4.1/2H2O IS THE FORMULA OF PLASTER OF PARIS.....

CaSO4.2H20(gypsum)----->CaSO4.1/2H20(p.o.p.) +3/2H2O



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Answer 2

$<b>$ Plaster of Paris (POP) is obtained by heating calcium sulphate hemi hydrate, also referred as gypsum for about 140-180 degree Celsius.

The name Plaster of Paris (POP) is derived as the calcium sulphate hemi hydrates are found in large amount deposited in the Montmartre hill in Paris

The chemical formula of plaster of Paris is CaSO4.1/2H2O.