Question

wat is plaster of Paris ? write chemicla formula of plaster of paris

Answer 1

Plaster of Paris is Calcium sulphate hemihydrate. The chemical formula of Plaster of Paris is CaSO4. 1/2 H2O.

Plaster of Paris is an solution which is used mainly in construction industries and for making statues and toys. It is also known as P.O.P. POP is heated gypsum.

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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.