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Atomic masses: Na 23, Ca 40, S 32, C 12, O 16, H 1. Which of the following statements about the percentage of initial mass lost on complete conversion are correct?

  1. A to loses 44.0%.
  2. B to plaster of Paris, , loses 15.7%.
  3. C to loses 36.9%.
  4. D to anhydrous loses 50.0%.

Answer: A, B, C

: . : . Gypsum (172) loses g, which is . Washing soda (286) loses g, which is , not 50.0%.
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