Outstanding clinical performance of dental amalgam restoration is related to its____________?
Correct answer: A. Compressive strength
- A. Compressive strength
- B. Tensile strength
- C. Corrosion
- D. Creep
Explanation
Amalgam performs well clinically mainly because it tolerates heavy occlusal forces through its high compressive strength. Its tensile strength is comparatively low, so it is weak in tension and at thin edges.
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