Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

What is the generic name of calcium sulphate hemihydrate?

Options:

Baking soda

Plaster of Paris

Detergent powder

Vinegar

Correct Answer:

Plaster of Paris

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2. Plaster of Paris.

The generic name of calcium sulfate hemihydrate is Plaster of Paris. 

Plaster of Paris is a common name for calcium sulfate hemihydrate. It is a white powder that, when mixed with water, forms a paste that hardens quickly. Plaster of Paris is widely used in construction, art, and medical applications, such as casting molds and setting broken bones.