0
Simple answer, coal.
We, as humans, have used coal since the bronze age for heat. In the 1800's when the industrial revolution started, coal was used to boil water. this water could drive a turbine, which is basically how we get our power today, things haven't changed too much in that respect.
Wiki User
∙ 10y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Why did Nikola Tesla invent ac electricity?
Nikola Tesla had his ac motors ready and patented in 1890.
Where was the blow dryer first invented?
In France in 1890, but the hand-held blow dryer was invented in the 1920s.
Where was the hair dryer invented?
France in 1890
How much was a ton of steel in 1890?
$12
Did Nikola Tesla ever invent the light bulb?
Tesla invented wireless power transfer in the late 1890's. By that time, he invented a wireless bulb. This was kept from going to every indivual because there would not be a bill.
When was electricity started to power houses?
Between 1880 and 1890
Was electricity used to supply light and power to US factories?
After about 1890, yes. The use of electricity for lights was far safer than the previous alternative of gas lamps.
What inventions were made from 1890-1899?
electricity
When did electricity become available?
Around 1880-1890
When was Rhoda Power born?
Rhoda Power was born in 1890.
What was the first electric houseware?
the first electric houseware, the electric iron. The first iron patent was issued on June 6, 1882, but the power needed to run it was not available until 1890
Why did Nikola Tesla invent ac electricity?
Nikola Tesla had his ac motors ready and patented in 1890.
When was bobsedding first played?
1890
When was the first mop made?
1890
When was the first park made?
1890
When was Wapping Hydraulic Power Station created?
Wapping Hydraulic Power Station was created in 1890.
Who held the dominant power in the House of Representatives during 1890 and 1910?
me
