What was the main focus of the electricity revolution at the end of the 19th century?

The War of Currents: Edison vs. Tesla

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Unlocking the power of electricity
Developing nuclear energy
Harnessing the power of steam engines
Creating solar power systems
2.
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What was Thomas Edison's major challenge after inventing the light bulb?
Creating a new type of gas lamp
Designing an entire electrical system
Inventing a new type of battery
Finding a way to mass-produce the bulb
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was Nikola Tesla's vision for electricity?
Developing solar panels for homes
Using wind power to generate electricity
Alternating current as a more efficient system
Direct current as the future of power
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was a major limitation of Edison's direct current system?
It was too expensive
It could only power small devices
It had a limited range
It was difficult to understand
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was a significant technical challenge for Tesla's alternating current system?
Finding a way to store electricity
Inventing a new type of generator
Developing a safe transformer
Creating a new type of light bulb
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did Edison attempt to discredit Tesla's alternating current?
By highlighting its dangers
By demonstrating its inefficiency
By proving it was unreliable
By showing it was more expensive
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was a key advantage of Tesla's alternating current system?
It was cheaper to produce
It required less maintenance
It was easier to install
It could travel longer distances
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