Why Does Die Stone Require Less Water for Mixing Than

Multiple Choice

Why does die stone require less water for mixing than plaster?

A) Die stone powder particles pack more efficiently
B) Die stone undergoes a different reaction from that of stone
C) Die stone powder particles are less porous and imbibe less water
D) Die stone chemical reaction generates less heat and requires less cooling
E) Die stone contaminants are minimized by adding less water