Question 9. 3points What type of power was commonly harnessed during the later phases of the industrial revolution?

A. Power provided by water

B. Power provided by steam engines

C. Power provided by animals (horses)

D. Power provided by wind

B.Power provided by steam engines was the power commonly harnessed during the later phases of the industrial revolution.

Explanation:

The Industrial Revolution was started in the year of 1760. During Industrial Revolution the production of goods were transited from small shops and homes to large factories. This led people to move from rural areas to big cities in order to work.

After Industrial Revolution, "Worker Safety Laws" were passed to ensure the working environment is safety for workers. Power provided by steam engines was the power commonly harnessed during the later phases of the industrial revolution.

Power provided by steam engine is the last source of power harnessed during the industrial revolution.

Explanation:

During late eighteenth century James Watt developed Steam power which was considered to be the last source of energy harnessed during industrial revolution.

Steam power had a great impact on the textile industry. Many factories were built which used steam power to run motors in the factories. It also opened huge employment opportunities. After 1830, steam power enabled the springing up of major industries which worked on steam power.

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