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← HistoryWhich structural problem risked collapse during the construction of large Byzantine mosaic domes?
A)Excessive tensional hoop stresses✓
B)Inadequate mortar curing time
C)Insufficient foundation buttressing
D)Tile thermal expansion mismatch
💡 Explanation
Excessive tensional hoop stresses appeared because the weight concentrates towards the base causing outward force handled by a ring, and the **resolving of forces**. Therefore, avoiding tension cracking and dome collapse was critical, rather than only curing issues or thermal flaws.
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