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← HistoryWhich outcome occurred in wooden warships where iron bolts saturated then corroded within the hull?
A)Increased hull flex and fracture✓
B)Diminished magnetic compass accuracy
C)Reduced cannon recoil absorption
D)Elevated crew potable water reserves
💡 Explanation
Increased hull flex and fracture happened due to galvanic corrosion accelerating where iron bolts contacted wet wood. The electrochemical process acts as a sacrificial anode, weakening iron because continuous moisture completes the circuit; therefore, the hull loses structural rigidity rather than gaining water or affecting internal systems.
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