Table 3.
Physical properties of Gutta percha
| Physical properties | Average values |
|---|---|
| Yield strength | 1000-1300 psi |
| Resilience | 40-80 in/lb |
| Tensile strength | 1700-3000 psi |
| Elastic modulus | 15,500-28,000 psi |
| Flexibility | 0.07-0.12 in/lb |
| Elongation (%) | 170-500 |
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