Which risk increases substantially during rapid isochoric water-to-steam phase transition in a closed autoclave?

💡 Explanation

The risk of pressure vessel stress is increased because a rapid phase transition induces significant pressure rise within the closed system due to the increased volume of steam—a process called volumetric expansion. Therefore, high pressure may exceed design limits, rather than slower temperature changes provoking corrosion.

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