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Question : How is plaster of paris prepared?

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Solution :Plaster of paris is prepared by heating GYPSUM to a temperature of `100 ^(@) C`. The following REACTION takes place:
`CaSO_(4). 2H_(2)O to CaSO_(4). (1)/(2) H_(2)+ 1(1)/(2)H_(2)`
On mixing with water it retracts to a hard mass to form gypsum again i.e., the reverse reaction takes place.
B) * Bases possess a bitter taste
* Bases are slippery to touch.
*Bases turn red litmus blue Bases turn phenolpthalein solution pink
*Strong base LIKE caustic soda (NaoH) caustic POTASH (KOH) are corrosive in nature and produce burning sensation on the skin
*Solution of bases in water conduct electricity
*Bases react with acid, neutralise them.
*Producing salt and water.


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