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← HistoryWhich outcome arises during prolonged, repeated firing of early cast iron hand cannons?
A)Increased projectile muzzle velocity
B)Progressive bore diameter expansion✓
C)Decreased corrosion weathering effects
D)Complete reaction product transformation
💡 Explanation
Bore erosion increases with repeated firing cycles causing progressive bore growth via thermal shock and fatigue. Micro-crack expansion via thermal fatigue exceeds material limits, therefore the barrel expands, rather than achieving increased velocity or corrosion resistance under repeated stress.
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