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← HistoryWhich defensive outcome improved when Byzantium implemented specialized Greek fire nozzles?
A)Reduced naval ramming effectiveness✓
B)Increased siege tower survivability
C)Improved cavalry charge protection
D)Wider range of coastal warning
💡 Explanation
Reduced ramming effectiveness occurred because pressurized siphōn tubes projected fire onto enemy ships, causing ignition and disarray; therefore, enemy ships lost formation and speed when attacked, rather than enabling successful, focused ramming maneuvers.
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