A compound which is prepared from gypsum has the property of hardening when mixed with proper quantity of water. (i) Identify the compound. (ii) Write the chemical equation for its preparation. (iii) Mention one important use of this compound.

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A compound which is prepared from gypsum has the property of hardening when mixed with proper quantity of water.

(i) Identify the compound.

(ii) Write the chemical equation for its preparation.

(iii) Mention one important use of this compound.

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(i) Plaster of Paris.

(ii) CaSO₄.2H₄O + 373 K → CaSO₄. 1/2H₂O + 3/2H₂O

(iii) It is used for plastering fractured bones.

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