Which of the following differentiates a waxy cast from a fiber most effectively?
A) Waxy casts do not polarize light, and fibers do.
B) Waxy casts are more refractile than fibers.
C) Waxy casts have rounded ends, and fibers do not.
D) Waxy casts are thicker on the edge, and fibers are thicker in the center.

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Waxy casts and fibers may be visually similar, but they can be differentiated by examining them under polarized light. Waxy casts do not polarize light, while fibers do, allowing for an easy differentiation between the two. The other options listed do not provide a clear distinction between the characteristics of waxy casts and fibers.

Which of the Following Differentiates a Waxy Cast from a Fiber