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Who invented the Bessemer process?
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Henry Bessemer
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What does the Bessemer Process do?
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It turns iron into steel by removing impurities.
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Was this a dangerous process?
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Yes. The iron needs to be heated to over 2000 degrees.
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What is the significance of the Bessemer Process?
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It allowed steel to be mass produced inexpensively. The steel could then be used for railroad tracks, and skyscrapers.
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Why is steel better than iron for construction?
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Steel is more flexible than iron. Iron is brittle and does not bend. Iron will also rust.
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