Setting of POP is result of______________?

Correct answer: A. Difference in solubility of CaSo4 ½ H2O + CaSO4+ 2H2O

  • A. Difference in solubility of CaSo4 ½ H2O + CaSO4+ 2H2O
  • B. Reaction between CaSO4+ 2H2O and water
  • C. Nucleation and growth of CaSo4 ½ H2O crystals
  • D. Reaction between hemihydrate and hihydrate

Explanation

Gypsum sets because the more soluble hemihydrate dissolves and the less soluble dihydrate precipitates as crystals. This solubility difference drives the reaction, rather than a simple reaction between two already hydrated forms.

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