Question 19 · LDEK · Prosthodontic materials

Polymer powder in addition to its main constituent - methyl methacrylate (MMA) may also contain:

1) addition of other resins (vinyl derivatives, styrene, and dibutyl phthalate);
2) filler substances (zinc oxide);
3) pigments;
4) catalysts (most commonly benzoyl peroxide);
5) inhibitors (hydroquinone, pyrogallol).
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2,3.
  2. B. 1,2,3,4.
  3. C. 3,4,5.
  4. D. 1,2,5.
  5. E. 2,3,4,5.
Hint

Ask which component keeps the liquid monomer from setting during storage — it must be in the liquid, not the powder.

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