Which of the Following Delivery Methods for Silver Amalgam Exposes

question 27

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) Silver alloy powder and mercury sealed into a disposable hard plastic capsule
• C) Powder compressed into tablets and mixed with mercury in a reusable mixing capsule
• D) None of the above

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