Which consequence follows the increased use of naphtha in Byzantine Greek fire?

💡 Explanation

An increased concentration of highly volatile naphtha raises thermal instability in the Greek fire mixture when deployed. Flammable vapors increase internal pressures, therefore causing an explosions, rather than controlled siphon propulsion, when naphtha quality increased. Material costs, targeting and siphon ability did not influence change.

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