Which vulnerability arose when Roman fortifications transitioned from wood to stone construction during protracted sieges?

💡 Explanation

When stone fortifications replaced wood, the lack of flexibility concentrating impact became apparent, undermining tunnels were more effective because they allowed collapse of a focused section. Therefore tunnels became significant, compared with rot, flammability and splatter which were mitigated by stone walls rather than the creation of vulnerabilities.

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