The Engineering Marvels of the 20th Century

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Which engineering achievement played a key role in shaping the modern world?

  • Computers
  • Automobiles
  • Electrification (correct)
  • Airplanes

Who were the two main proponents of electric power systems in the early 20th century?

  • Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse
  • Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla
  • George Westinghouse and Nikola Tesla
  • Nikola Tesla and George Westinghouse (correct)

What are some of the energy sources that can be transformed into electricity?

  • Natural gas and wind
  • Coal and oil
  • Solar power and hydroelectricity
  • All of the above (correct)

What industry heavily relies on electric power today?

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Which engineering achievement is not mentioned in the text?

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Study Notes

Electric Power Systems

  • Electric power systems played a key role in shaping the modern world
  • Two main proponents of electric power systems in the early 20th century were Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla

Energy Sources

  • Various energy sources can be transformed into electricity, including:
    • Thermal energy
    • Nuclear energy
    • Hydro energy
    • Wind energy
    • Solar energy

Industries Relying on Electric Power

  • The manufacturing industry heavily relies on electric power today

Not Mentioned in the Text

  • The internet is not mentioned as an engineering achievement in the provided text

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