Which outcome occurs when early Chinese gunpowder formulation differs from optimal composition?

💡 Explanation

Reduced potassium nitrate produces incomplete combustion, therefore diminishing the deflagration rate in the 'fire medicine'; this means a lower gas pressure propelling the projectile, rather than faster corrosion which requires different agents.

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