Which outcome arises when the cooling rate varies drastically during cast iron production via the ancient Chinese 'lost-wax' method?

💡 Explanation

Differential cooling causes thermal contraction variations, initiating stress concentrations because the 'lost-wax' method results in varied mold thicknesses; therefore, cracking from these uneven stresses is likely, rather than uniform grain structure, increased strength , or even carbide precipitation.

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