The Bessemer process was a crucial technological innovation of the Gilded Age because it allowed for:
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Correct answer: The mass production of high-quality steel at a low cost
By injecting air into molten iron to remove impurities, the Bessemer process made steel stronger and cheaper. This led to the expansion of railroads, the construction of skyscrapers, and the rise of Andrew Carnegie’s steel empire.
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