Eli Whitney's cotton gin was invented in which century?
17th
18th
19th
20th
Answer
In the 18th century, Eli Whitney revolutionized the cotton industry with his ingenious invention, the cotton gin. This groundbreaking machine transformed the labor-intensive process of removing seeds from cotton fibers. Whitney's invention had a profound impact on the agricultural economy, leading to a surge in cotton production and shaping the course of the textile industry.
Mastering Mechanics: The Eli Whitney Invention Challenge
Related Quizzes
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox