Sodium Phosphate Acts as A(n) ________ During the Setting Reaction

question 20

Multiple Choice

Sodium phosphate acts as a(n) ________ during the setting reaction of alginate hydrocolloid.

• A) initiator
• B) retarder
• C) sweetener
• D) accelerator
• E) disinfectant

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Definitions:

Pituitary

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones regulating growth, metabolism, and reproductive functions.

Triiodothyronine (T3)

A thyroid hormone that plays a vital role in regulating metabolism, body temperature, and heart rate.

Thyroxine (T4)

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that plays crucial roles in digestion, heart and muscle function, brain development, and bone health.

Thyroid

A gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and weight.