Vulcanization refers to the setting of__________________?

Correct answer: B. Mercaptan impression material

  • A. Reversible hydrocolloid
  • B. Mercaptan impression material
  • C. Zinc Phosphate cement
  • D. Zinc oxide-eugenol

Explanation

Vulcanization is the cross-linking process used to set mercaptan, or polysulfide, impression material. The other materials set by hydration or an acid-base reaction rather than rubber vulcanization.

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