Which combustion outcome occurred given the initial use of gunpowder in Song dynasty flame arrows?

💡 Explanation

The gunpowder acted via deflagration using rapid burning to produce flames, because the composition favored fire initiation rather than propulsion; therefore, it mainly increased fire spread, rather than focusing thrust for projectiles.

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