Which outcome occurs when 18th-century Royal Navy shipbuilding oak is improperly seasoned?

💡 Explanation

Increased hull rot occurs because improper seasoning leaves moisture within the oak, encouraging fungal growth. This decay compromises the wood’s structure via decomposition, rather than affecting the ropes, cannons, or sails, therefore targeting the structural integrity.

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