Question

why is thwe plaster of paris stored In a moisture proof container?

Answer 1

Answer:

Plaster of Paris (POP) should be stored in a moisture-proof container because Plaster of Paris, a powdery mass, absorbs water (moisture) to form a hard solid known as gypsum

Answer 2

Answer:

The Plaster of Paris (POP) should be stored in a moisture-proof container because Plaster of Paris, a powdery mass, absorbs water (moisture) to form a hard solid known as gypsum.

Plaster of Paris (POP) should be stored in a moisture-proof container because Plaster of Paris, a powdery mass, absorbs water (moisture) to form a hard solid known as gypsum.

SO₄.12H₂O + 112H₂O →  SO₄.2H₂O

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                                          gypsum(Hard solid)