Which disadvantage occurred in early cast iron bridge construction during the Industrial Revolution when subjected to rapid temperature change?

💡 Explanation

Decreased tensile strength and fracture risk occurs from rapid temperature changes due to low carbon iron's coefficient of thermal expansion. This is because thermal stress exceeds tensile strength, creating cracks; therefore, fracture occurs rather than enhanced ductility or only corrosion.

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