Gypsum is a mineral, with the chemical formal CaSO4(H2O)2. It is soft and is an index mineral for Moh's Hardness Scale, with a hardness of 2. It is softer than a fingernail. It is in the monclinic crystal system and is commonly used in agriculture, manufacture of ceramics and sheet rock.
The k-value of gypsum board, also known as the thermal conductivity or thermal resistance, typically ranges from 0.25 to 0.35 W/m·K. This value indicates how well the material can conduct heat, with lower values representing better insulating properties. Gypsum board is commonly used in construction for its fire resistance and soundproofing qualities, making its k-value important for energy efficiency in buildings.
Gypsum The gypsum is heated to about 1500C to remove its H2O (water) content. It becomes a dry powder, with the chemical name gympsum hemihydrate or, more accurately calcium sulfate hemihydrate. CaSO4.1/2H2O