Andrew Carnegie Made His Fortune with the Help of the Bessemer

question 28

Multiple Choice

Andrew Carnegie made his fortune with the help of the Bessemer converter which

• A) transformed large quantities of iron ore into steel by using extremely hot air.
• B) refined crude oil into gasoline, diesel, and lubricants.
• C) refined large amounts of sugar within less than 2 minutes.
• D) employed the assembly line technique for rapid manufacturing processes.
• E) identified large coal deposits as far as 2000 feet below ground.

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Definitions:

Nucleic Acids

Large biomolecules essential for all known forms of life, including DNA and RNA, which carry genetic information.

Phospholipids

A class of lipids that are a major component of all cell membranes, consisting of two fatty acids, a glycerol unit, and a phosphate group.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a universal energy currency of cells, used to fuel various cellular processes.

Macronutrient

A type of nutrient required in large amounts for human growth, development and maintenance, including proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.