The steam engine was invented by ______________ in the year 1786.

John Kaye

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Richard Arkwright

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Charles Weld

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Michael Faraday

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is B Richard Arkwright
The invention of the steam engine by Richard Arkwright in 1786 was instrumental in the development of the English textile industries. The steam engine driven machines helped the English weave faster than ever before. Soon the markets were full of English cloth.

Suggest Corrections