Whereas the Christian Image by Cimabue Depicts the Central Figure

question 23

Multiple Choice

Whereas the Christian image by Cimabue depicts the central figure surrounded by angels, the Buddhist image in this chapter shows the central figure surrounded by

• A) shamans.
• B) bodhisattvas.
• C) pharaohs.
• D) putti.
• E) geometric shapes only.

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Definitions:

Pegmatite

An igneous rock with extremely large crystals, formed by the slow cooling of magma, often containing rare minerals.

Texture

The general physical appearance or character of a rock, especially the size, shape, and arrangement of minerals and other materials.

Viscosity

A measure of a material’s resistance to flow.

Silicate Content

The proportion of silicate minerals present in a rock, soil, or other material.