Model plaster (white) used to cast study models before mixing with water, is largely composed of____________?

Correct answer: C. (CaSO4)2-½H2O

  • A. CaO
  • B. CaCO3
  • C. (CaSO4)2-½H2O
  • D. CaSO4-2H2O

Explanation

Before mixing with water, model plaster consists mainly of calcium sulphate hemihydrate, written as CaSO4·½H2O. Calcium sulphate dihydrate is formed only after the setting reaction.

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