Which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. The Texas lumber industry was mostly centered in North Texas and flourished in the early 1800s.
b. Coal mines in Central Texas became important as demand in Eastern states increased.
c. The Texas salt mining industry began in the early 1800s and was taken over by larger mining companies after the Civil War.
d. Between 1870 and 1900, thousands of new factories were constructed throughout Texas.

A. The Texas Lumber Industry was mostly centered in North Texas and flourished in the early 1880's

Explanation:

 The lumber industry didn't start to flourish until early 1900's!

worldwide, 780 million people do not have access to an improved water source. an estimated 2.5 billion people lack access to improved sanitation (more than 35% of the world's population)

in 1862, president lincoln's emancipation proclamation opened the door for african americans to enlist in the union army. although many had wanted to join the war effort earlier, they were prohibited from enlisting by a federal law dating back to 1792.

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