Plaster of Paris (CaSO₄.1/2H₂O)
Author:S K Malhotra
10th CBSE
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Plaster of Paris (CaSO₄.1/2H₂O): Overview
In this topic, we study about plaster of Paris, which can be prepared by heating gypsum to a temperature of 373 K in a kiln. It is commercially known as POP. The manufacturing and uses of POP are discussed here.
Important Questions on Plaster of Paris (CaSO₄.1/2H₂O)
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State two important uses of Plaster of Paris.
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Explain why Plaster of Paris should be stored in a moisture-proof container.
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How is Plaster of Paris prepared? Write chemical equation of the reaction involved.
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What is Plaster of Paris? Write the chemical formula of Plaster of Paris.
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Why should Plaster of Paris be stored in moisture proof containers?
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Why is Plaster of Paris written as ? How is it possible to have half a water molecule attached to ?
