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Why was the Bessemer steel process important in the manufacturing ( making ) of the railroad system ?

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The Bessemer Steele process made it more efficient and cost-effective to use steel in the production of steel rails which were more durable than iron and capped wood rails. It also allowed for heavier duty bridges to be built that could handle higher loads.

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