Why do microbes undergo fermentation?  Is more energy produced during fermentation or aerobic respiration? 

Dental amalgam is an alloy mixed with mercury. Additional components of the alloy include all of the following metals except   Which one is the exception?

Although manipulation of this cement is simple, many additional steps are required during final cementation, including use of an acid etch and bonding agent. Which cement does this describe?

Which of the following is the most common cause of human yeast infections?

When filling a dental impression, the gypsum mixture needs to flow slowly “ahead of itself” to prevent the entrapment of air. This is usually accomplished with a dental vibrator.

Identify the definitions for the following terms.  

You are helping the dentist cement a crown using zinc phosphate cement. The crown fit well during try-in. You mix the cement and load the crown but when the dentist attempts to seat it he/she has difficulty pushing the crown into position at the margin.  What is the most likely cause for this problem?

Alginate powder should be “fluffed” by turning the container upside down and right side up several times before measuring out the appropriate amount. This will remix the heavier components with the lighter ones resulting in the proper amount of material in each scoop.

Thymine dimers CANNOT be repaired in HUMANS by which of the following?

Point mutations in the DNA sequence do NOT cause _____ mutations.