Write the equation for the reaction of Plaster of Paris with water.
Write the equation for the reaction of Plaster of Paris with water.

CaSO4.1/2H2O + 3/2H2O = CaSO4.2H2O is the chemical equation for the reaction of Plaster of Paris and water. Heat is released when plaster of Paris reacts with water and crystallises. Plaster of Paris is heated to roughly 150 degrees Celsius to make gypsum.