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Question 15 • EO Chemistry 7320B

Which is the best name for the compound CaSO4•2H2O?

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

Explanation

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

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