- Plaster of Paris: CaSO₄·½H₂O - Gypsum: CaSO₄·2H₂O - Plaster of Paris is made from gypsum.
To protect broken bones, plaster of Paris is used. It is
Asked in BPSC Prelims Exam 63rd · Topic: Acid, Base and Salt (Common Salts: Baking Soda, Washing Soda, Plaster of Paris and Gypsum)
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