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The function of _______________ is to make the paint thin so that it can be easily applied on the surface.(a) Pigment(b) Solvent(c) Carrier(d) BaseI have been asked this question in an international level competition.Query is from Types of Paints in division Painting, Varnishing, Distempering, etc of Construction & Building Materials

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The correct answer is (b) Solvent

To elaborate: Solvent ALSO helps the paint in penetrating through the porous surfaces. The most commonly used is the SPIRIT of turpentine. When it is desired to have a different colour than the BASE of a paint, colouring PIGMENT is to be added. The pigments are available in the form of fine POWDERS in various colours and qualities.



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