All of the following statements about an alginate impression are EXCEPT________________?

Correct answer: B. It may exhibit fluid exudates on the surface as a result of imbibition of water

  • A. It should be rapidly displaced from the mouth
  • B. It may exhibit fluid exudates on the surface as a result of imbibition of water
  • C. It will take up water and expand if kept wet
  • D. It will shrink as a result of syneresis

Explanation

Surface fluid exudation is caused by syneresis, the loss of water from an alginate gel, not imbibition. Imbibition is the absorption of external water, which causes swelling.

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