iron /coal industries Flashcards
1
Q
making better cast iron
A
Abraham darby
2
Q
what did abraham darby invent, yr
A
better cast iron, 1750
3
Q
what could cast iron be used for
A
all sorts of things like pots pans bride supports etc
4
Q
why did coal industry grow as iron industry grew
A
coal was used in the manufacture of iron
5
Q
what was working life like for coal miners
A
long working says, unhealthy for little money
6
Q
demand for coal(3)
A
shortage of wood, heat, used in iron /steam engines
