Question 53 (part 2) · LDEK · Dental laboratory technology

Indicate correct statements regarding electrolytic polishing:

  1. A. it is also known as cathode polishing.
  2. B. it is effective against irregularities of 15 to 30 μm.
  3. C. it allows for dissolving the metal in places, where the amperage is highest, which means on the elevation of the irregularity.
  4. D. it works also in depressions of coarse denture surface.
  5. E. it does not require mechanical pre-treatment.
Hint

Consider which electrode the workpiece is and where current density is highest on a rough surface.

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