The rapid spread of the steam engine made England dependent on which natural resource?

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The steam engine was powered by burning coal, making England dependent on a steady supply of coal for industrialization and transportation. Water was also used as a source of power for early mills, but the steam engine allowed for more flexibility in location and increased production. Timber, electricity, and copper were not crucial to the operation of the steam engine.

The Rapid Spread of the Steam Engine Made England Dependent