Why is it recommended to layer amalgam in increments rather than fill the cavity in one bulk mass?
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Correct answer: To improve adaptation, reduce voids, and allow condensation
Incremental placement allows each layer to be condensed thoroughly, improving marginal adaptation, reducing voids or porosity, and ensuring structural integrity.
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