Mercury rich condition in a slow setting amalgam alloy system in a resoration in______________?

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. Accelerated corrosion
  • B. Fracture of the restoration
  • C. Merginal damage
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Excess mercury in a slow-setting amalgam leaves more matrix and promotes gamma-2 formation, causing increased corrosion, marginal breakdown, and reduced strength that may lead to fracture. These effects make all the listed outcomes possible.

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