done by: ong shu hui 30/10 world war i and ii rise of various scientific breakthroughs
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Done By: Ong Shu Hui30/10
World War I and IIRise of various scientific
breakthroughs
World War I:Barbed WireAirplanesWireless Telegraphy
World War II:PolymersLogistical SupportCommunications & IntelligenceNuclear Technology
Barbed Wire – Slowed down opponentsAirplanes – Transport efficiencyWireless Telegraphy – Allowed
communication with ships at seaPolymers – Natural resources not needed
to make parachutes and ropes, more durable
Nuclear Technology – Ended World War II
Communications and Intelligence – FM radio
Polymers – Nylon, Teflon etcLogistical Support: Jet
engines – Commercial airlines
Nuclear Technology – Atomic Bomb
Nuclear Technology- Weapon of Mass Destruction
- Attributed to Cold War due to distrust of countries
- Prevention of localized nuclear conflicts
- Threat of nuclear terrorism- Give rise to nuclear energy
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