National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) Practice Exam

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Does decreasing the particle size of amalgam alloy increase early strength?

True
False

The correct answer is: True

Yes, the statement is true. When the particle size of an amalgam alloy is decreased, there is a larger surface area for the particles to interact with the surrounding material, resulting in a more effective bonding and an increase in early strength. A decrease in particle size also allows for a closer packing of the particles, making the structure more dense and further contributing to increased strength. Therefore, decreasing the particle size of amalgam alloy is one way to increase its early strength. Option B is incorrect because it states the opposite, and there is no evidence or logical reasoning to support this claim.