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← HistoryWhich outcome results from improper control of gunpowder grain size during Chinese rocket manufacture?
A)Unpredictable thrust and burn time✓
B)Enhanced range and faster airspeed
C)Production unaffected in a closed launch
D)Significantly reduced flame emission rate
💡 Explanation
Inconsistent particle surface area alters the burning rate. Deflagration rate is determined by the reactive surface of the composition; because smaller grains mean faster burning and more thrust spikes, control systems become ineffective, resulting in unpredictable propulsion rather than consistent thrust.
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