Question

what is plaster of Paris?​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Plaster of paris, quick-setting gypsum plaster consisting of a fine white powder (calcium sulfate hemihydrate), which hardens when moistened and allowed to dry. Known since ancient times, plaster of paris is so called because of its preparation from the abundant gypsum found near Paris.

Answer 2

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Plaster of paris is produced by heating gypsum at 373K it loses water molecules and become calcium sulphate hemihydrate .

It is used in hospitals for supporting the fractured bones in the right position .

it is a white powder on mixing with water.it changes to gypsum once again giving a hard solid .

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