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Who was the designer of the first steam engine?

What is the unseen force that causes change in the universe?

Who was James Watt's business partner?

What are the parts of a machine that transfer force or movement to other parts?

What is the container within a steam engine that cools steam into water?

What is the science of heat and energy called?

What are the fees charged for the use of an idea called?

What is a group of anti-technology rioters known as?

1. Thomas Newcomen

2. Energy

3. Matthew Boulton

4. Pistons

5. Condenser

6. Thermodynamics

7. Royalties

8. Luddites

In the history of steam engines, Thomas Newcomen was the designer of the first steam engine. The unseen force that causes change in the universe is energy. James Watt's business partner was Matthew Boulton. The parts of a machine that transfer force or movement to other parts are called pistons. The container within a steam engine that cools steam into water is a condenser. The science of heat and energy is known as thermodynamics. The fees charged for the use of an idea are called royalties. A group of anti-technology rioters is known as Luddites.

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