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Which consequence results when differing thermal expansion coefficients exist between marble substrates and pietra dura inlay in Mughal monuments?

A)Inlay detaches due to shear stress
B)Marble strength increases significantly
C)Inlay elements become more ductile
D)Substrate experiences isostatic recrystallization

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Delamination occurs through differential expansion; this introduces shear at the marble/inlay interface because the *thermal stress concentration* accumulates, therefore the weaker adhesive bond fails, rather than changes in material properties

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