China

Inventions from China include:

Compass
Block Printmaking / Printing Technology
Paper
Asian abacus
Gunpowder
Crossbow
Stirrup
Lacquer
Blast furnace (steel)
Umbrella
Whiskey (medicinal/surgical use)
Rudder
Dry dock
Seismograph
Silk
Paper money and necessary monetary institutions
Glider
Hot air balloon
Fireworks and solid-fuel rocket
Parachute
Petroleum well
Clock
Matches
Fishing pole (hook)
Xiangqi (a Chinese version of chess)
Fans
Porcelain (China)
Toilet Paper
Kite
Bronze
Wallpaper
Wheelbarrow

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