Which of the Following Delivery Methods for Silver Amalgam Exposes

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following delivery methods for silver amalgam exposes the staff to the least amount of mercury?

• A) Mercury added to alloy particles and mixed with a mortar and pestle
• B) Powder compressed into tablets and mixed with mercury in a reusable mixing capsule
• C) Silver alloy powder and mercury sealed into a disposable hard plastic capsule
• D) None of the above

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