Gelation temparature of agar is between________________?

Correct answer: C. 37°C to 50°C

  • A. 20°C to 25°C
  • B. 27°C to 33°C
  • C. 37°C to 50°C
  • D. 55°C to 60°C

Explanation

Agar generally gels at approximately 37°C to 50°C, allowing it to set in the mouth after being cooled from its liquefaction temperature. The lower ranges are too cool for the usual dental agar gelation range.

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