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Flashcards on Steam Engine and the Industrial Revolution
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Who invented the steam engine?
James Watt
In which century did the Industrial Revolution take place?
18th century
What did the steam engine replace as the main source of power?
Water and wind mills
In which country did the Industrial Revolution begin?
England
What was the impact of steam engine on transportation?
Revolutionized transportation with the development of locomotives and steamships
What fueled the steam engine during the Industrial Revolution?
Coal
How did the steam engine contribute to factory production?
Increased efficiency and productivity
What were some other inventions of the Industrial Revolution?
Spinning jenny, power loom, cotton gin
What were the social effects of the Industrial Revolution?
Rise of urbanization, poor working conditions, and class divisions
What was the significance of the steam engine?
It played a key role in powering the Industrial Revolution and transforming society
Who improved the efficiency of the steam engine?
James Watt
What new industries emerged during the Industrial Revolution?
Textile manufacturing, iron and steel production, coal mining
How did the steam engine impact agriculture?
Enabled faster and more efficient mechanized farming
What was the role of the steam engine in the development of railroads?
Steam locomotives revolutionized rail transport
What were some challenges faced by workers during the Industrial Revolution?
Long hours, low wages, dangerous working conditions
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Who invented the steam engine?
Thomas Edison
James Watt
Alexander Graham Bell
Nikola Tesla
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In which century did the Industrial Revolution take place?
12th century
18th century
16th century
20th century
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What fueled the steam engine during the Industrial Revolution?
Oil
Coal
Natural gas
Solar power
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Where did the Industrial Revolution begin?
France
England
United States
China
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What was the impact of the steam engine on transportation?
No impact
Decline of transportation
Revolutionized transportation
Increased walking
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What was the main power source before the steam engine?
Electricity
Wind
Solar
Water
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What were some other inventions of the Industrial Revolution?
Spinning jenny, power loom, cotton gin
Smartphones, computers, internet
Penicillin, X-ray, radioactivity
Airplanes, cars, submarines
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What were the social effects of the Industrial Revolution?
Increased equality
Decrease in population
Rise of urbanization and class divisions
Improved healthcare
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Who improved the efficiency of the steam engine?
Thomas Edison
James Watt
Benjamin Franklin
Isaac Newton
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What new industries emerged during the Industrial Revolution?
Textile manufacturing, iron and steel production, coal mining
Agriculture, fishing, forestry
Tourism, entertainment, fashion
Education, healthcare, government
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