Question

Samuel Morse's telegraph was different from Marconi's invention because _____.

it used Morse code to transmit messages between a sender and a receiver
it used wires to transmit Morse code over short distances
it eliminated the need for a person to physically carry information from one place to another
it was not capable of transmitting actual sounds, like the human voice

Answer 1

A. It used Morse code to transmit messages between a sender and a receiver.

What is Morse Code?

Morse code is a method of sending messages using a series of long and short pulses. The long pulses are called "dots" and the short pulses are called "dashes." Morse code can be used to send messages using a variety of devices, including the telegraph.

What is the telegraph?

The telegraph is a form of communication that uses a system of electric signals to send messages. The telegraph was invented in the early 1800s and was used to send messages across long distances. The telegraph became increasingly popular in the mid-19th century and was used extensively during the American Civil War.