Why CaSo4.1/2H2o is called as plaster of Paris
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Because, 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.
Plaster Of Paris (POP) :
* At careful heating of gypsum (CaSO₄ 2H₂O) at 373 K it loses water molecules partially to become calcium sulphate hemi hydrate (CaSO₄ .1/2 H₂O)
* this is called Plaster of Paris, the substance which doctors use as plaster for supporting fractured bones in the right position. It is used for making toys,,
* it is written in this form because two formula units of CaSO₄ share one molecule of water
* 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.
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