What is another word for calcium sulfate?
Pronunciation: [kˈalsi͡əm sˈʌlfe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Calcium sulfate is a chemical compound with a variety of synonyms, including gypsum, anhydrite, and plaster of Paris. These terms refer to the same basic substance, which is composed of calcium, sulfur, and oxygen molecules. Gypsum is a widely used synonym for calcium sulfate, particularly in construction and manufacturing applications. Anhydrite is a less common synonym for the compound, and refers specifically to the mineral form of calcium sulfate. "Plaster of Paris" is a synonym that refers to a specific type of calcium sulfate that has been heated and then rehydrated to create a soft, workable material that can be shaped into a variety of forms.
