Which tactical benefit arose during Byzantine naval sieges from the _siphōn_?

💡 Explanation

Greek fire, a flammable compound, was projected using the _siphōn_'s pressurized nozzles; this allowed Byzantine ships to ignite enemy vessels at a distance, because effective deployment demoralized enemy sailors and set ships ablaze, therefore, yielding a significant tactical advantage, rather than merely ramming effectively.

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