Which risk significantly increases in Inca suspension bridges during periods of high diurnal temperature variation?

💡 Explanation

Increased diurnal temperature cycles caused increased thermal expansion and contraction within the stone anchorages using the thermal stress mechanism; because of differential expansion, this leads to spalling and cracking of integral stonework anchors therefore affecting structural integrity rather than plank embrittlement under normal humidity or overheating issues.

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