What is a notable difference between the design of the Mosque of Sultan Selim and the church on which it was modeled,Hagia Sophia?
A) There are no windows at the base of the dome.
B) There is no longitudinal pull toward the apse.
C) The structure employs the horseshoe arches characteristic of Islamic buildings.
D) The ornamental use of muqarnas obscure the dome's physical structure.

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The Mosque of Sultan Selim, while inspired by the Hagia Sophia, does not have a longitudinal pull toward the apse, a feature characteristic of many Christian churches, including the Hagia Sophia. This difference reflects the distinct architectural traditions and religious functions of mosques and churches.

What Is a Notable Difference Between the Design of the Mosque