Which of the following component acts as an accelerator in ZOE impression paste ?

Correct answer: A. Zinc Sulphate & Zinc chloride

  • A. Zinc Sulphate & Zinc chloride
  • B. Zinc chloride & Eugenol
  • C. Zinc Sulphate & Eugenol
  • D. Glycerin

Explanation

Zinc chloride and zinc sulfate can accelerate the zinc oxide eugenol setting reaction, whereas glycerin acts mainly as a plasticizer or retarder. Eugenol is a reactive component of the paste, not the accelerator in this option set.

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