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plaster of paris
The hemihydrate of calcium sulfate, composition CaSO4·½H2O, made by calcining the mineral gypsum, composition CaSO4·2H2O, at temperatures up to 482°F (250°C). It is used for making plasters, molds, and models. For a description of the casting method of ceramic forming
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Science
- Category: General science
- Company: McGraw-Hill
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