Composite Renin
Bonds with tooth structures
Amalgam
Viscosity
Ability to flow
Elasticity
Ability to return to original shape on removal of applied force
Rigidity
Measure of how much force is needed to cause a change in shape of material
Hardness
Ability of material to withstand indentation or removal of surface layers
Compressive Strength
Ability to withstand applied compressive forces
Creep
Ability to cope with reptitive application of small forces without altering shape