Gypsum Flashcards
1
Q
Dihydrate
A
Which means there are two parts of water to every part of calcium sulfate
2
Q
Hemihydrate
A
Heating during the manufacturing process removes water and the gypsum is converted into a powder
3
Q
Crystallization
A
When the gypsum powder is mixed with water the Hemihydrate crystals dissolve in water to begin to form clusters
