The addition of which of the following can accelerate the setting time of zinc oxide cement_____________?

Correct answer: A. Zinc acetate

  • A. Zinc acetate
  • B. Barium sulphate
  • C. Zinc sulphate
  • D. Barium chloride

Explanation

Zinc acetate acts as an accelerator in zinc oxide cements, shortening the setting time. Barium salts are generally radiopaque additives rather than setting accelerators.

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