December 28, 2023

28th December Advanced English Practice (C1/C2) - Illuminating History

9 minutes

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Check your understanding

What challenges did Thomas Edison face in the development of the incandescent light bulb, particularly with finding the right filament material?

Why was the invention of the incandescent light bulb considered a significant breakthrough in the 19th century, and how did it differ from traditional lighting methods?

Can you name at least two materials that Edison experimented with as potential filaments for the incandescent light bulb? What were the outcomes of these experiments?

How did the widespread adoption of the incandescent light bulb impact society during the late 19th and early 20th centuries? Provide at least two examples of the societal changes brought about by this innovation.

What were some of the key advantages that the incandescent light bulb offered over traditional lighting sources, and how did these advantages contribute to its widespread adoption and societal impact?

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