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← HistoryWhich consequence arises from using timber with wet rot during 18th century ship construction?
A)Reduced hull structural integrity initially✓
B)Increased speed due to lighter planks
C)Enhanced resistance to marine borers
D)Improved insulation against temperature extremes
💡 Explanation
Reduced hull structural integrity results because of ongoing fungal decay weakens the wood, which therefore decreases hull strength, rather than offering protective benefits since the compromised wood deteriorates faster.
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