Which outcome occurs when a Byzantine dromon's Greek fire projectors face extreme heat?

💡 Explanation

Premature ignition can occur because radiative HEAT TRANSFER raises propellant temperature, causing an UNCONTROLLED REACTION; therefore ignition temperature thresholds are more likely to be surpassed, rather than controlled burns or phase transition due to material properties.

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