Which risk increased for early gunpowder artillery during extended sieges?

💡 Explanation

Barrel bursting was risky due to accumulated residue and inconsistent gunpowder mixtures causing pressure spikes; this resulted from increased rates of use and not thoroughly cleaning the barrel. The pressure builds dramatically because Deflagration causes confined gas expansion, therefore mechanical stress overcomes material limitations, rather than reduced energy output.

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