Write an equation to show the reaction between Plaster of Paris and water.
The chemical equation for the reaction of Plaster of Paris and water can be represented as
$\underset{Plaster\,\,of\,\,Paris}{\mathop{CaS{{O}_{4}}.\frac{1}{2}{{H}_{2}}O}}\,\,+\underset{Water}{\mathop{1\,\frac{1}{2}{{H}_{2}}O}}\,\,\to \,\underset{Gypsum}{\mathop{CaS{{O}_{4}}.2{{H}_{2}}O}}\,$
Do basic solutions also have $H^+_{(aq)}$ ions ? If yes, then why are these basic ?
How is the concentration of hydroxide ions $(OH^-)$ affected when excess base is dissolved in a solution of sodium hydroxide ?
Plaster of Paris should be stored in a moisture-proof container. Explain why ?
Why does distilled water not conduct electricity, whereas rain water does ?
Metal compound $A$ reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid to produce effervescence. The gas evolved extinguishes a burning candle. Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction if one of the compounds formed is calcium chloride.