Plaster of Paris is used to make casting moulds and decorative items.
(a) What is the common name of the compound CaOCl2 ?
(b) Name the raw material used for the preparation of plaster of Paris.
(c) Which property of plaster of plaster of Paris is utilised in making casts for broken limbs in hospitals ?
(d) Explain why chlorine is used for sterilising drinking water supply.
How gypsum is used in the process of making plaster of Paris?
which of the following is used to make toys
a) plaster of Paris b) gypsum c) bleaching powder d) calcium carbonate
(a) What is plaster of Paris? Write the chemical formula of plaster of Paris.
(b) How is plaster of Paris prepared? Write the chemical equation of the reaction involved.
(c) Explain why plaster of Paris should be stored in a moisture-proof container.
(d) State two important uses of plaster of Paris.