Which material's production was drastically increased due to steam-powered blowers in blast furnaces?
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Correct answer: Iron
Steam engines provided a constant and powerful blast of air for smelting iron ore. This increased the temperature and efficiency of blast furnaces, allowing for the mass production of the high-quality iron needed for more steam engines.
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