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What is the most destructive direct effect of cavitation in a hydraulic system?

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Hydraulic cavitation occurs when local pressure falls below vapor pressure, causing bubbles to form. When these bubbles move into high-pressure zones, they collapse violently, generating localized micro-jets that pit and erode internal metal components.

What is the most destructive direct effect of cavitation in a hydraulic system?

Pitting of metal surfaces by collapsing bubbles

Severe cracking of the thick rubber tracks

High engine exhaust soot and black smoke

Snapping the bucket teeth under high load

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