In 1859, the Swedish chemist Alfred Nobel invented dynamite. Dynamite is a powerful explosive. Which of the following is the most likely social consequence of his invention?
A.
Dynamite caused a boom in the construction industry because it was used to demolish old buildings.
B.
Dynamite started the Industrial Revolution because it allowed minerals to be mined easily.
C.
Dynamite had no social consequences because it was of no use to most societies.
D.
Dynamite led to many deaths because it quickly became used as a weapon.

Respuesta :

The most likely social consequence of Alfred Nobel's invention of dynamite is:

D. Dynamite led to many deaths because it quickly became used as a weapon.

While dynamite did have significant impacts on construction and mining industries (options A and B), its most profound and widely recognized consequence was its use as an explosive in warfare and conflict, leading to significant casualties and loss of life.