The setting of zinc phosphate may be retarded by ?

Correct answer: D. Decrease the addition of powder to liquid

  • A. Increased in the ratio of powder to liquid
  • B. Diluting the liquid with water
  • C. Increase the addition of powder to liquid
  • D. Decrease the addition of powder to liquid

Explanation

Reducing the powder-to-liquid ratio retards zinc phosphate cement by leaving more acid liquid to react and producing a less concentrated mix. Increasing the powder ratio generally accelerates setting and raises strength, provided it remains workable.

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