For early Bronze Age civilizations using copper smelting, what outcome resulted if tin ore roasting was incomplete?

💡 Explanation

Incomplete tin ore roasting leaves residual oxides, which inhibit proper alloy formation. This incomplete Oxidation Reduction creates brittle bronze, because the tin isn't fully metallic and thus cannot effectively distribute stress concentrations, therefore increasing the risk of fractures rather than strengthening malleability.

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