Which outcome occurred historically when early Greek Fire mortars backfired?

💡 Explanation

Hull explosions occurred, because propellant combustion within confined mortar chambers generated excessive pressure resulting in rapid, uncontrolled expansion initiating the chain reaction named deflagration; therefore, fire ignited the vessels, rather than merely misfiring some projectiles.

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