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← HistoryWhich risk increased significantly in ironclad warships relative to wooden ships due to their inherent metallic structure?
A)Galvanic corrosion of submerged hulls✓
B)Increased susceptibility to splinter damage
C)Rapid combustion from cannon fire
D)Reduced maneuverability in naval combat
💡 Explanation
Galvanic corrosion accelerated in ironclads because dissimilar metals immersed in seawater created a electrochemical reaction. This is galvanic corrosion, which degrades the iron hull rather than traditional wood rot, increasing maintenance demands and weakening structural integrity.
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