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James Watt and steam power
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Scientific discoveries during the Enlightenment helped drive the Industrial Revolution. One important example was James Watt's work on steam power, which improved the steam engine and helped power the new factories and machines.
Memory tip: James Watt improved steam power, helping to drive the Industrial Revolution.
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Which Enlightenment figure is known for work on steam power?
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