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The narrow space between adjacent stones, bricks or blocks that is filled with mortar is called a?

  1. Gap joint

  2. Mortar joint

  3. Seam joint

  4. Space joint

The correct answer is: Gap joint

The correct answer is "Gap joint." In masonry construction, the narrow space between adjacent stones, bricks, or blocks that is filled with mortar is known as a gap joint. This term specifically refers to the space left between the masonry units to allow for the application of mortar to bond the units together. Mortar joint, seam joint, and space joint are not the commonly used terms to describe this specific aspect of masonry construction.