Question

What is the chemical composition of plaster of paris

Answer 1

Gypsum is in the form of a crystalline mineral of hydrated calcium sulphate which is put into a mixture of water.

When the water evaporates out of the mixture, the Gypsum hardens thus giving rise to the plaster like formation.

While making art, Gypsum is primarily used when it is in its partly hydrated form.

Answer 2

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Write chemical formula of Plaster of Paris (POP) and its advantages also. The chemical name of plaster of Paris is calcium sulphate hemihydrate because half-molecule of water is attached with calcium sulphate. The chemical formula of plaster of Paris is CaSO4. 1/2H2O.