Lime is a white caustic substance obtained by heating limestone, which produces calcium oxide. There are several types of lime including non-hydraulic lime, hydrated lime, and hydraulic lime. Non-hydraulic lime is made by burning limestone and adding water, while hydrated lime and hydraulic lime set faster due to their composition and ability to set under water. Lime has various uses in construction including in plasters, mortars, and soil remediation. Gypsum is a soft mineral composed of hydrated calcium sulfate and is used to produce plaster of paris as well as for wall finishes and other construction and medical applications.