Best material for duplicating cast is_______________?

Correct answer: A. Agar-agar

  • A. Agar-agar
  • B. Alginate
  • C. Zinc oxide eugenol
  • D. Plaster of paris

Explanation

Agar-agar is preferred for duplicating casts because it is a reversible hydrocolloid that can reproduce fine detail and be liquefied for repeated use. Alginate is generally used as an impression material rather than as the standard cast-duplicating material.

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