Capter 4 (Use of Oil and Electricity)

What power source became prominent in the late 1800s with the invention of kerosene?

• Coal

• Electricity

• Oil

• Natural Gas

How did Edison's invention of the electric lightbulb revolutionize lighting and power sources?

• It led to the development of more efficient power plants

• It resulted in the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources

• It improved the safety and convenience of indoor lighting

• It caused a decline in the use of oil-based lighting

What were two significant developments in the use and distribution of oil and electricity during the Second Industrial Revolution?

• Increased production of coal and iron

• Advancements in transportation and communication

• Expansion of agricultural practices

• Development of oil and electricity use

Edison and Westinghouse competed in developing power systems that could send electricity over long distances, leading to rapid spread of electricity in cities. What was the main focus of their competition?