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← HistoryWhich destructive outcome occurs when gunpowder moisture content is insufficient during ancient Chinese military deployment?
A)Premature detonation within weapons
B)Reduced propellant burning rate
C)Increased misfire event probability
D)Unstable deflagration leading explosions✓
💡 Explanation
Unstable deflagration of gunpowder causes explosions, arising from reduced inhibition, because a lower quantity of water prevents proper control of the reaction. Therefore, widespread explosive events erupt at low moisture levels, rather than achieving stable combustion for standardized weaponry function.
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