The Coefficient of Thermal Expansion Is Important When a Ceramic

question 38

Multiple Choice

The coefficient of thermal expansion is important when a ceramic is bonded to an alloy because:

• A) ceramic offers thermal insulation.
• B) it improves restoration hardness.
• C) the expansion and contraction must be matched.
• D) all of the above.
• E) only A and C.

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