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One of the most significant inventions of the Industrial Revolution was the steam engine, which was developed in the late 18th century. The steam engine was used to power factories and machines, making it possible to produce goods on a large scale. This, in turn, led to the development of new industries such as textiles and iron and steel production, which drove economic growth and created new jobs. The introduction of the factory system also led to significant changes in the way work was organized, with workers being brought together in factories to work under a single roof.