Which defensive outcome increased the lifespan of Roman timber forts after initial construction?

💡 Explanation

Applying creosote prolonged the lifespan due to its biocidal preservation mechanism against wood-eating organisms. The timbers resist breakdown, therefore extending the structure's usability duration, rather than external reinforcements or other methods of pest control.

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