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What formation is responsible for rock gypsum?
Gypsum is formed underwater, usually between layers of shale and limestone. When the water evaporates and the area dries, the gypsum becomes solid "rock" gypsum.
Silica and gypsum are what kind of minerals that are widely used in industry?
Gypsum is in Plaster and Silica is in silicone.
Where does gypsum often form?
gypsum rock often forms when salt evaporates just like h2o 555 it does to that what i think 89392
Is gypsum easier to scratch than calcite?
yes its softer
Where is the gypsum found in the Earth?
Very widely is the short answer. If you have a crack at 'gypsum' in a reference work such as wikipedia, you'll find reference to the caves of giant gypsum crystals in the Naica mine in Mexico. These crystals are up to 12m long, 4m thick, and weigh up to 55 tons! But with a temp of just under 60oC and an RH of >>90%, time to explore is limited. Back to the Q, large evaporite deposits of gypsum are found near the surface of the earth.
Is gypsum nonmetallic or metallic?
Gypsum is a salt (a compound made of both metallic and non-metallic elements).
What elements comprise gypsum?
Calcium, sulfur, hydrogen and oxygen.
What elements in gypsum?
Chemical formula: CaSO4·2H2O Elements: Calcium, sulfur, oxygen, hydrogen
Is gypsum magnetic?
no, gypsum is neutral since it is a naturally occurring stone with no minerals
How many elements are in plaster?
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.
Is gypsum a compound or mixture?
Gypsum is a compound. It is a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate (CaSO4·2H2O.CaSO4·2H2O). The word gypsum comes from the Greek word meaning chalk or plaster, two of its most common uses.
Is gypsum metallic?
No, gypsum is not metallic.
Where is the Gypsum Public Library in Gypsum located?
The address of the Gypsum Public Library is: 743 Valley Road, Gypsum, 81637 9722
Where is the Gypsum Community Library in Gypsum located?
The address of the Gypsum Community Library is: 521 Maple St., Gypsum, 67448 0019
Where you find gypsum?
Gypsum is found sea.
Does graphite scratch gypsum?
Yes, graphite is harder than gypsum, so it can scratch gypsum.
What is the luster of gypsum?
the luster for gypsum is Vitreous to pearly
