A conservator is working to restore a large marble statue from a Greek temple by scrubbing it with water and soap. What is a likely drawback to this preservation?
A. Breaking of large sections of marble during scrubbing.
B. Removing the aged look of the statue during scrubbing.
C. Wearing off small bits if marble with the scrubbing.
D. Breaking down the chemical composition of the marvel with scrubbing.
i think the answer is c
1. C
2. B
3. D
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You are correct, the likely drawback to preserving a large marble statue by scrubbing it with water and soap is that it can wear off small bits of the marble during the scrubbing process.
However, I should note that as an AI, I don't have the specific details about the condition of the statue or the specific methods used by the conservator. So it's important to understand that there could be other potential drawbacks to consider as well.
To arrive at this answer, we can use reasoning and knowledge about marble statues and preservation techniques.
A. Breaking of large sections of marble during scrubbing: This is less likely if the conservator is using the appropriate tools, technique, and gentle pressure. Scrubbing too aggressively could potentially cause damage, but usually, conservators are trained to be careful.
B. Removing the aged look of the statue during scrubbing: Water and soap can help remove dirt and grime from the surface of the statue, but they shouldn't significantly alter the aged look of the statue. This drawback is less likely to occur compared to wearing off small bits of marble.
C. Wearing off small bits of marble with scrubbing: This is a likely drawback because marble is a relatively soft material. Scrubbing with water and soap can cause abrasion that gradually wears away small bits of the marble surface over time.
D. Breaking down the chemical composition of the marble with scrubbing: Water and soap are generally safe for cleaning marble, so they are unlikely to break down the chemical composition of the marble. However, if harsh chemicals or incorrect cleaning agents are used, this could be a potential drawback. In the given scenario, using water and soap should not have this effect.
Therefore, considering the above explanation, the likely drawback to the preservation of a large marble statue by scrubbing it with water and soap is wearing off small bits of marble with the scrubbing (option C).