In early Chinese gunpowder experiments, which risk increased when alchemists maximized sulfur content?

💡 Explanation

Enhanced sulfur content led to increased hygroscopic decomposition via a chemical reaction mechanism because sulfur byproducts readily absorb moisture, therefore increasing the risk of rendering the gunpowder unusable, rather than enhancing its explosive properties in early formulations.

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