A compound which is prepared from gypsum has the property of hardening when mixed with proper quantity of water. Identify the compound and write its chemical formula.
The compound is Plaster of Paris. Its chemical formula is:
CaSO4 .1/2 H2 O
A compound X which is prepared from gypsum has the property of hardening when mixed with a proper quantity of water :
(a) Identify the compound X
(b) Write the chemical equation for its preparation
(c) For what purpose is it used in hospitals?