Plaster- of the type used on walls and to make medical casts (for a broken arm, etc) is made from gypsum. The formula for gypsum is 2CaSO4·2H2O. That's calcium. sulfur, oxygen, hydrogen- 4 elements.
Plaster of Paris (gypsum) is calcium sulfate (CaSO4.0,5H2O) - a compound.
There are many types (formulas/components) of Plaster. "Normal" plaster, if there is such a thing is usually White. Plaster is easily colored by using color additives when it is mixed.
Varies with size.
There are approximately 226.8 grams in 8 ounces of plaster of Paris.
Depends what you want to stick onto it. Not many glues stick effectively to plaster.
A plaster is used to cover a cut or wound to protect it from exposure to dirt, bacteria, and other elements that can cause infection. It also helps to keep the wound moist, promoting faster healing and reducing scarring.
Venetian plaster is a finish applied to walls and ceilings. It consists of plaster mixed with marble dust and can be purchased at many good hardware stores including places like Home Depot.
Gypsum plaster (plaster of Paris) ( CaSO4·½H2O ) A large gypsum deposit at Montmartre in Paris led gypsum plaster to be commonly known as "plaster of Paris"
Plaster, in various forms, has been used since ancient times, with evidence of its use dating back to around 7000 BC in areas like the Middle East. The ancient Egyptians also used plaster in their construction and decoration. While no single inventor can be credited with its creation, the technique evolved over millennia across different cultures, including the Romans, who extensively used plaster for walls and decorative elements.
plaster.
Yes, plaster is a noun, a common noun. Plaster is also a verb (plaster, plasters, plastering, plastered). Example uses: Noun: The plaster in the hall is cracked. Verb: We'll have to call someone to plaster those cracks.
Plaster= 53 pound per cubic foot 53x3=159 pounds