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What is the purpose of the Vicat Softening Temperature test?
What is the purpose of the Vicat Softening Temperature test?
- To measure the thermal stability of PMMA (correct)
- To analyze the electrical conductivity of PMMA
- To determine the impact resistance of PMMA
- To assess the tensile strength of PMMA
What should be used for safety when conducting the test?
What should be used for safety when conducting the test?
- Ear plugs, cotton gloves, and sandals
- Face mask, rubber gloves, and apron
- Hard hat, safety vest, and safety harness
- Safety goggles, heat resistance gloves, and safety shoes (correct)
What apparatus is used for the Vicat Softening Temperature test?
What apparatus is used for the Vicat Softening Temperature test?
- Centrifuge: Eppendorf 5810R
- Spectrophotometer: Thermo Scientific GENESYS 20
- Microscope: Leica DM2500 M
- Heat Distortion Tester: Tinius Olsen 303HDTM (correct)
What is the role of the flat-ended needle in the test?
What is the role of the flat-ended needle in the test?
How should the specimen be adjusted in the sample holder during the test?
How should the specimen be adjusted in the sample holder during the test?
What should be done by turning the nob from right to left during the test?
What should be done by turning the nob from right to left during the test?