Which risk during ocean voyages increased with Medieval longships using plant-based (hemp) rigging?

💡 Explanation

Rope components subjected to constant salt are vulnerable to degradation; this occurs due to capillary action enabling wicking, fostering decay with humidity. Hemp ropes suffered loss due to this capillary action, rather than metal or animal fibers, therefore plant-based became problematic.

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