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What do thick black clay coatings on large Harappan jars prevent?
ABreakage in transit
BInsect attack
CHeating of contents
DSeepage of liquids
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Seepage of liquids
A thick clay coating stops liquids from seeping through, so such jars probably carried liquid goods to Oman.
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