Evaluating Technology Solutions in History

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What is renewable energy?

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Energy derived from natural processes that are continuously replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

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How do renewable energy technologies impact environmental sustainability?

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They reduce environmental impact, improve reliability, and gain social acceptance.

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What was the significance of the printing press in Europe?

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It facilitated the spread of new ideas and increased literacy rates.

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What is the steam engine's effect on industrial production?

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It reduced production costs, increased efficiency, and had significant environmental impacts.

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How did the automobile influence urban planning?

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It increased infrastructure costs, improved safety, and had environmental impacts.

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What impact did the airplane have on global travel?

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It reduced travel costs, increased speed, and facilitated cultural exchange.

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Define 'cultural exchange'.

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The sharing of ideas, traditions, and customs between different cultures.

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What are the economic impacts of new technologies?

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They can reduce costs, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth.

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Explain the term 'social acceptance' in technology.

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The degree to which society embraces and supports the use of a technology.

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What role does efficiency play in technology solutions?

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Efficiency refers to the ability to achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.