In 18th-century shipbuilding, which consequence occurred if differential shrinkage was not accounted for between planking timbers of various moisture contents?

💡 Explanation

Uneven drying of the planking leads to differential stress build-up, driving WARPING because of the dimensional changes inherent in hygroscopic wood. This weakens the hull; therefore, warping is more likely, rather than galvanic corrosion or simple adhesive failure.

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