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← HistoryWhich consequence resulted from the enhanced sealing of early cast iron bombards used with Chinese gunpowder?
A)Increased muzzle velocity projectile range✓
B)Decreased rate of gunpowder ignition
C)Greater susceptibility to barrel corrosion
D)Reduced incidence of projectile fragmentation
💡 Explanation
Increased confinement promotes more efficient heat transfer within the propellant, creating a higher gas pressure because of thermal expansion, which propels the projectile faster; therefore, increased muzzle velocity and range occur, rather than reduced rate of burning.
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