Disadvantage of having a short sprue is________________?

Correct answer: C. Incomplete evacuation of gases

  • A. Rapid solidification of metal
  • B. No place for reservoirs
  • C. Incomplete evacuation of gases
  • D. Difficulty in removing casting from investment

Explanation

A short sprue may not provide adequate length for gases to escape from the mold, causing gas entrapment and incomplete casting. Reservoir placement is a separate issue related mainly to the sprue-reservoir design.

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