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Identify the correct statement.A. Gypsum is obtained by heating plaster of ParisB. Plastic of Paris can be obtained by hydration of gypsumC. Plaster of Paris is obtained by partial oxidation of gypsumD. Gypsum contains a lower percentage of calcium than plaster of Paris |
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Answer» Correct Answer - D The formula of gypsum is `CaSO_4. 2H_2O` and that of plaster of Paris is `(CaSO_4)_2 . 2H_2O`, so the percentage of Ca in plaster of Paris is more than gypsum. |
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