Trisodium phosphate in alginate acts are_______________?

Correct answer: A. Retarder

  • A. Retarder
  • B. Reactor
  • C. Accelerator
  • D. Plasticizer

Explanation

Trisodium phosphate consumes the available calcium ions initially and delays alginate gel formation, so it acts as a retarder. Once it is exhausted, calcium sulfate can react with alginate to form the gel.

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