Which consequence results because of thermal runaway in submerged cryogen storage?

💡 Explanation

Uncontrolled heat input causes rapid vaporization, so pressure rises activating the phase transition. Because phase transition absorbs very little of the added heat, high pressure builds, therefore risking a rupture, rather than embrittlement which requires significant cooling.

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