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← HistoryWhich consequence limited the early use of gunpowder siege cannon because of inconsistent manufacturing?
A)Decreased projectile kinetic energy
B)Accelerated bore erosion occurs
C)Unpredictable explosion force resulted✓
D)Suboptimal barrel-projectile impedance
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Inconsistent gunpowder composition caused unpredictable internal ballistic pressure during ignition. Faulty construction resulted in catastrophic cannon failures due to exceeding stress limits. Violent explosion was more likely, rather than achieving controlled projectile acceleration, therefore inaccurate shots or explosions.
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