Once triturated, the Dental amalgam should be condensed with in_____________?
Correct answer: C. 3 minutes
- A. 5 minutes
- B. 6 minutes
- C. 3 minutes
- D. 15 minutes
Explanation
Amalgam should be condensed immediately after trituration, normally within about 3 minutes, because its working time is short and delayed condensation increases porosity and weakens the restoration.
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