JEE Main 2021Chemistrys Block ElementsMediumMCQ

JEE Main 2021s Block Elements Question with Solution

JEE Main 2021 (27 Aug Shift 1)

Question

The number of water molecules in gypsum, dead burnt plaster and plaster of Paris, respectively are:

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Correct answer
A2, 0 and 0.5

Step-by-step explanation

Gypsum =CaSO4·2H2O
Plaster of paris (POP)=CaSO4·12H2O
Dead burnt of plaster =CaSO4

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