Which outcome reduces the structural integrity ancient pietra dura?

💡 Explanation

Differential thermal expansion leads to separation between inlays and substrate, undermining mechanical interlocking, because stresses from differing expansion rates concentrate along the boundaries therefore losing material over time, rather than uniform degradation across interfaces.

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