RE: Plaster of Paris: From Medicine to Building
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I have a very stupid question. But why is it called "of Paris". I didn't know that Paris was famous for its plaster... ;) I know I could search the internet to get the answer, but I am too lazy at this time of the night and prefer to ask you directly ;)
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I was actually expecting that question from someone and it couldn't have come better from someone who's in France.
It is called plaster of Paris because it first became popular for building construction in Paris due to its fireproofing ability.
Wow, that's such a simple answer. That makes me ashamed to have dared to ask the question... Thanks for the answer, of course!