The purpose of _________ is to pack the amalgam in the cavity preparation.

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Condensing is the process of packing the freshly mixed amalgam into the cavity preparation using a dental instrument, typically an amalgam condenser. Amalgamation refers to the chemical reaction that occurs between the silver alloy particles and the liquid mercury to form a homogeneous mass. Carving is the process of shaping and contouring the amalgam restoration after initial placement. Trituration is the process of thoroughly mixing the silver alloy particles and liquid mercury in a mechanical device called an amalgamator.

The Purpose of _________ Is to Pack the Amalgam in the Cavity