Which part of the partial denture protects against food impaction by filling the tooth-tissue junctions?

a. Retainer
b. Major connectors
c. Minor connectors
d. Clasps


c
RATIONALE: Minor connectors on a partial denture protect against food impaction by filling the tooth-tissue junctions.

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