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Which outcome affecting ziggurat lifespan accelerated after the process of sustained rising damp?

A)Decreased structural load-bearing capacity
B)Increased thermal insulation performance
C)Improved resistance against seismic activity
D)Enhanced aesthetic appearance of facades

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Rising damp introduces soluble salts; as the water evaporates, Salt weathering crystallizes within the brickwork's pores, exerting pressure because ziggurats lacked advanced damp-proof courses. Increased internal pressure reduces structural integrity, therefore load capacity decreases, rather than improving insulation or seismic resistance.

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