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The steam engine was originally developed to pump water out of mines, particularly in the 18th century. Its primary purpose was to improve the efficiency of removing water from deep coal and tin mines, allowing for greater extraction of these resources. Over time, its applications expanded to powering machinery in factories, locomotives for transportation, and ships, significantly contributing to the Industrial Revolution.

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