How is it possible for plaster of Paris to have half a ...
Answer (1 of 3): Plaster of Paris is calcium sulphate hemihydrate . The formula for Plaster of Paris is CaSO₄. H₂O. Plaster of Paris is prepared from Gypsum. Gypsum is calcium sulphate dihydrate [ CaSO₄. 2 H₂O ] Plaster of Paris is prepared by heating Gypsum to a temperature of 100°C in a kiln...