Minerals
GYPSUM
Chemical Name
CaSo42H2O
Types
There are 4 type of Mineralogical varieties of Gypsum.
- ALABASTER
- SALENITE
- SATIN SPAR
- GYPSITE
Properties
Gypsum result from the Molecules of chemically combined water, when heated at 320°F 75% water is expelled leaving semi-hydrated form of Calcium Sulphate.
Usage
- Cement
- Sulphuric Acid
- Ammonium Sulphate
- Paint
- Textiles
- Pet Litter etc.
| Chemical Analysis | |
| Chloride | 2.5% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| NaCl | 80 - 95% |

