When did Thomas Edison invent the light bulb?

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When did Thomas Edison invent the light bulb?

2007-12-20 03:35:20 · 2 answers · asked by Lil Samz 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science

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He created the first bulb for practical use in homes in 1879. He didn't actually "invent" the light bulb. Others were working with primitive electric lighting for about 50 years before that, but none of those lights lasted very long and for the most part were not usable in homes.

2007-12-20 08:11:39 · answer #1 · answered by cyswxman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

In the 1880's I believe. The phonograph was 1876.

2007-12-20 11:40:52 · answer #2 · answered by Thomas E 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋