Answers HS Intro to Art Sem. 2 Arches and DomesQuestion 5

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Arches and Domes

Question 5 • {HS} Intro to Art Sem. 2

A pendentive is ____________________

Answer

A

a set of projecting moldings that crown the top edge of a temple or building.

B

a curved triangular architectural element that transfers the weight from the dome to the supporting curve.

C

the part of an arch that projects slightly from the wall and where the arch springs from.

D

the wedge shaped stone used in round arches.

Explanation

A pendentive is a curved triangular section of a vault that helps carry a dome’s weight down to the supporting arches or piers. This matches choice B. The projecting base of an arch and the wedge-shaped stones in an arch are different architectural features.

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