In fresco painting, why do artists focus on sections of the composition that can be painted in one day?

a. plaster is susceptible to mold
b. plaster dries quickly
c. pigment is suspended in hot wax
d. wooden supports are sealed with glue


b. plaster dries quickly

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A. transmission. B. musical syncretism. C. composition. D. transubstantiation.

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a. inlay b. marquetry c. weaving d. throwing

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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