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Hydrates

Question 1 • EO Chemistry 7320B

What is the correct name for the compound CaSO4•2H2O?

Answer
A
calcium sulfate dihydrate
B
calcium sulfate hydrate
C
hydrated calcium sulfate
D
calcium sulfate trihydrate

Explanation

The formula CaSO4•2H2O shows that each unit of calcium sulfate is associated with two water molecules. A compound with two waters of hydration is named a dihydrate, so the correct name is calcium sulfate dihydrate.

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