When eating candy with a removable partial denture (RPD), several components of the denture can be activated:
1. **Clasps**: These are the retaining components that engage the natural teeth to help stabilize the partial denture. The forces from chewing can cause movement in the clasps, which help hold the denture in place.
2. **Major Connector**: This component connects the various parts of the denture and supports the structure. It can