Question

1. why was coal so important during the industrial revolution? coal was a toxic chemical it fueled the machines in factories it was a cheap, renewable fuel source it gave children jobs

Explanation:

During the Industrial Revolution, coal was crucial as it powered steam - engines which ran factory machines. Coal is non - renewable, not a toxic chemical in the context of its importance during the Industrial Revolution, and it didn't give children jobs as its main significance.

Answer:

It fueled the machines in factories