The extensive use of marble, colored glass, and gold mosaics to decorate the interior of the Church of San Vitale (Fig. 8-6) had what effect on the structure?
A. It served to reinforce the underlying supports.
B. It made the structure appear to dissolve into shimmering light and color.
C. It called attention to the architectural complexity seen throughout the building.
D. It disguised structural irregularities that were originally visible inside the church.
Answer: B
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