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What is the W/P ratio for plaster?
What is the W/P ratio for plaster?
What is the purpose of allowing the powder to settle before mixing?
What is the purpose of allowing the powder to settle before mixing?
What is the main factor affecting the setting time of gypsum products?
What is the main factor affecting the setting time of gypsum products?
What happens to the setting time when the temperature exceeds 50°C?
What happens to the setting time when the temperature exceeds 50°C?
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What is the purpose of using different needles in the Gilmore needle apparatus?
What is the purpose of using different needles in the Gilmore needle apparatus?
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How does the fineness of the hemihydrate affect the setting time?
How does the fineness of the hemihydrate affect the setting time?
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What is the result of mixing the powder and water for a longer period?
What is the result of mixing the powder and water for a longer period?
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Why is it important to use a clean spatula and bowl when mixing gypsum products?
Why is it important to use a clean spatula and bowl when mixing gypsum products?
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What is the primary mechanism by which retarders increase the setting time of gypsum products?
What is the primary mechanism by which retarders increase the setting time of gypsum products?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of accelerators in gypsum setting?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of accelerators in gypsum setting?
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How does the addition of gypsum affect the setting time of a gypsum product?
How does the addition of gypsum affect the setting time of a gypsum product?
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What is the primary reason for the expansion observed during the setting of gypsum products?
What is the primary reason for the expansion observed during the setting of gypsum products?
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What is the relationship between the setting time of a gypsum product and the concentration of accelerators?
What is the relationship between the setting time of a gypsum product and the concentration of accelerators?
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Which of the following is NOT a common retarder used in gypsum products?
Which of the following is NOT a common retarder used in gypsum products?
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Study Notes
Mixing Gypsum Products
- The W/P (water-to-powder) ratio varies depending on the type of gypsum product: 0.5 for plaster, 0.3 for stone, and 0.2 for die stone.
- The difference in W/P ratio is due to the difference in bulk volume of the powder.
Mixing Procedure
- Measure the water according to the W/P ratio and place it in a clean rubber bowl.
- Gradually add the powder to the water and allow it to settle.
- Mix with a clean spatula for 1 minute until a creamy mix is obtained.
Setting Time
- Setting time is the time from mixing the powder with water until the material hardens.
- Setting time can be measured using Gilmore needle apparatus or Vicat apparatus.
Factors Affecting Setting Time
- W/P ratio: Increasing water used for mixing prolongs setting time.
- Fineness: Faster setting time with finer particle size of hemihydrate due to increased nuclei formation and crystallization rate.
- Mixing: Longer and more rapid mixing shortens setting time by increasing nuclei formation and distribution.
- Temperature: Setting time is unaffected between 0-50°C, but retarded above 50°C and prevented at 100°C.
- Impurities: Addition of gypsum shortens setting time due to increased nuclei for crystallization.
- Retarders and accelerators: Chemical materials added to control setting time, either by reducing (retarders) or increasing (accelerators) the rate of crystallization.
Dimensional Changes on Setting
- Regardless of gypsum product type, an expansion of the mass occurs during the change from hemihydrate to dihydrate after mixing with water.
- This expansion can be explained by the mechanism of crystallization.
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Description
This quiz covers the basics of mixing gypsum products, including plaster, stone, and die stone, and understanding the importance of W/P ratios in achieving the right consistency.
