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Romanesque Art I

Question 6 • 2026-27 Visual Art

What is the difference between a ribbed vault and a groin vault?

Answer
A
Groin vaults are built on the sides, while rib vaults are on the ceiling.
B
Groin vaults have more support than rib vaults.
C
Rib vaults are groin vaults with extra stone ribbing.

Explanation

A groin vault is formed where two barrel vaults intersect. A ribbed vault uses additional stone ribs along the vault’s intersecting lines to reinforce and define its structure. So choice C is correct: a rib vault is a groin vault with extra stone ribbing.

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