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The iron ore is found in the area and to make steel iron ore is used. It made sense to make the furnace near the ore .
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Why were mills built along the great lakes?
Because steel was the most important industry there.
When was Schnitzer Steel Industries created?
Schnitzer Steel Industries was created in 1906.
What is the population of Schnitzer Steel Industries?
The population of Schnitzer Steel Industries is 3,252.
What is Schnitzer Steel Industries's population?
Schnitzer Steel Industries's population is 2,006.
When was General Steel Industries created?
General Steel Industries was created in 1928.
Do the automotive industries use steel wire?
The automotive industries use steel wire
How did the growth of steel industry affect other industries?
The growth of the steel industry had a positive effect on other major industries. The steel industry strengthened the building and railroad industries.
Which geographic feature connected the iron ore fields of the upper Midwest to major steel centers?
The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway connected the iron ore fields of the upper Midwest to major steel centers, providing a cost-effective and efficient transportation route for the raw materials needed for steel production.
What best describes the role of steel in Great Britain during the Industrial Revolution?
the mass production of steel reduced its price and led to its use in many industries
How did the building locks on the great lakes help increase the production of steel in tge middle 19th century?
The locks allowed large ships, carrying heavier cargoes, to sail down the St. Lawrence and enter the Great Lakes.
Which industries help the growth of railroads?
coal, steel, and lumber industries
What is the name of the period in the late 1800s that saw technological advances including electricity and the growth of the steel and oil industries?
The great awakening
