Which of the following do polycarboxylate and GIC have in common ?

Correct answer: C. Polyacrylic acid

  • A. Polysiloxane
  • B. Phosphoric acid
  • C. Polyacrylic acid
  • D. Ion leachable glass

Explanation

Both cements use polyacrylic acid or a related polycarboxylic acid in their liquid component. Ion-leachable glass is characteristic of glass ionomer cement, not conventional polycarboxylate cement.

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