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← HistoryWhich outcome occurs when a Byzantine dromon's Greek fire projectors face extreme heat?
A)Premature propellant ignition explosions✓
B)Increased propellant burning rate
C)Reduced projector firing distance
D)Propellant undergoes phase transition
💡 Explanation
Premature ignition can occur because radiative HEAT TRANSFER raises propellant temperature, causing an UNCONTROLLED REACTION; therefore ignition temperature thresholds are more likely to be surpassed, rather than controlled burns or phase transition due to material properties.
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