Which effect limited the use of early Chinese gunpowder siege mortars at long ranges?

💡 Explanation

In early gunpowder, inconsistent mixing hampered the reaction so *incomplete combustion* reduced gas pressure. Because less kinetic energy was imparted to the projectile, mortars had limited range, therefore combustion control was a priority rather than stability, fragmentation, or wear patterns.

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