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What is the purpose of decalcification in the fixation process?

  • To facilitate the process of embedding and cutting
  • To remove calcium and lime salts from hard tissues (correct)
  • To increase the hardness of the tissue
  • To convert calcium salts into insoluble forms
  • Which of the following are examples of calcium and lime salts mentioned in the text?

  • Hydrogen peroxide, carbon dioxide, sulfuric acid
  • Sodium chloride, potassium nitrate, magnesium sulfate
  • Iron oxide, zinc sulfide, copper sulfate
  • Calcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, calcium fluoride (correct)
  • What tool is used to cut bones before decalcification?

  • Chisel
  • Scissors
  • Knife
  • Saw (correct)
  • Which principle describes the process of decalcification?

    <p>INSOLUBLE calcium salts are converted into SOLUBLE calcium salts (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following tissues are subjected to decalcification according to the text?

    <p>Teeth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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