石膏

せっこう
Alternative writings: 石こう
Frequency:
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Plaster/gypsum — a white mineral (calcium sulfate) and the plaster made from it, used in construction, medical casts, and model-making.

NounNoun Taking 'の'

Examples

歯医者は患者の歯型を石膏で作った模型で確認した。

The dentist checked the patient's dental impression using a plaster model.

骨折した腕に石膏を巻いた。

They put a plaster cast on the fractured arm.

建築では石膏を内装材として使うことが多い。

In construction, gypsum is often used as an interior material.