Describe a corbel arch, including the type weight-bearing used. What is unique about a corbel arch?

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Describe a corbel arch, including the type weight-bearing used. What is unique about a corbel arch?

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Malakai Macias · Answer 1

A corbel arch is an arch carries the thrust of weight to its sides. It uses a post-and-lintel, in which the lintel supports all the weight above it. A corbel arch is unique because it is the oldest form of arch known in architecture.