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Chapter 47 Terms

QuestionAnswer
Anatomic Portion Structural portion of a dental model created from the alginate impression
Articulator Dental laboratory device that simulates the movement of the mandible and temporomandibular joint when the dental cast is attached to it
Die Accurate replica of the prepared portion of a tooth used in the laboratory for the fabrication of a cast restoration
Dihydrate Related to gypsum products, indicating two parts of water to one part of calcium sulfate
Dimensionally Stable Referring to a dental material that retains its original dimension when subjected to a change in temperature and humidity
Face Bow Portion of articulator used to transfer the relationship of the maxillary arch and temporomandibular joint to a dental cast
Gypsum Chemically known as calcium sulfate dihydrate; a mineral used in the formation of plaster of Paris and dental stone
Hemihydrate When gypsum is heated, it loses water and converts to calcium sulfate, forming the powder product of gypsum
Homogenous / Homogeneous Having a uniform quality and consistency throughout
Lathe Dental laboratory machine with various cutting instruments, grinding stone, and polishing wheels used for dental appliances
Model Replica of the maxillary and mandibular arches made from an impression
Monomer Molecule that, when combined with other molecules, forms a polymer
Nuclei Crystallization Chemical process in the setting of dental stone and plaster in which a cluster of crystals interlink, giving strength and rigidity
Polymer Chemical compound consisting of like units bonded together
Slurry Mixture of gypsum and water used in the finishing of models
Volatile Substance that can evaporate easily and is very explosive
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