Which risk increases when 18th century cast iron bridge experiences repeated thermal expansion cycles?

💡 Explanation

When thermal expansion cycles occur, repeated stress at joints facilitates fatigue cracking because cyclic loading weakens the material over time. Therefore, cracking increases, rather than buckling, erosion, or increased load capacity, each requiring different environmental conditions or mechanisms.

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