Technological Innovation
Definition
Technological innovation refers to the development and application of new technologies or inventions that bring about significant improvements or advancements in various industries. It involves creating solutions through scientific discoveries or engineering breakthroughs.
Analogy
Think of technological innovation as upgrading your phone from an old model with limited features to a brand new smartphone with advanced capabilities like high-quality cameras, faster processing speed, and access to countless apps. The innovative technology enhances your daily life experiences.
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Practice Questions (20+)
Which technological innovation greatly improved navigation for colonists during this period?
What technological innovation greatly improved communication across vast distances during this era?
Which technological innovation helped transform the communications during the 19th century?
What was a major technological innovation during the Industrial Revolution that had a significant impact on American society?
What was a significant technological innovation developed by the Native Americans in the Arctic region?
What key technological innovation had a significant impact on the interaction between Native Americans and Europeans during colonization?
What key technological innovation significantly improved transatlantic communication in the 19th century?
What technological innovation greatly impacted Native American cultures during the 15th Century?
Which technological innovation had a significant impact on manufacturing and transportation during the early industrial period in America?
What technological innovation drastically changed warfare during World War II?
Which technological innovation significantly boosted the efficiency of agriculture in the English colonies?
Which technological innovation greatly increased agricultural output in the British colonies?
Which technological innovation had the most substantial impact on transatlantic trade in the 18th century?
Which technological innovation greatly increased the demand for enslaved Africans in the British colonies during the 18th century?
Which technological innovation had a significant impact on the economy of the Southern Colonies in the 18th century?
Which technological innovation revolutionized communication and information dissemination in late 20th century America?
Which technological innovation, resulting from the Seven Year’s War, significantly influenced military strategies?
Which technological innovation had an impact on communication during the American Revolution?
Which technological innovation greatly impacted the conduct and outcome of the Revolutionary War?
What technological innovation was a direct result of the U.S Constitution's Article I, Section 8 granting Congress power to establish Post Offices?
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