10 Interesting Fact About The history and impact of the Industrial Revolution on society and technology

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• The industrial revolution began in England at the end of the 18th century and brought major changes in the way humans live and work.
• Development of textile machines such as weaving machines and yarn spinning machines accelerate production and reduce production costs.
• New technology such as steam engines and thread spinning machines also accelerate transportation and communication.
• Increased production and cost savings bring prosperity to many people and trigger economic growth.
• The industrial revolution also causes a large urbanization, with many people leaving rural areas and moving to industrial cities.
• Working conditions in the factory are often bad and unhealthy, with long working hours and low salaries.
• In the 19th century, the union movement and social reform emerged in response to poor working conditions.
• The industrial revolution also triggered a revolution in science and technology, with new discoveries such as electricity, radio and cars.
• Industrial development also causes an increase in pollution and environmental damage.
• The impact of the industrial revolution is still felt to date, with the technology and modern life that we enjoy today formed behind the major changes that occurred in the 18th and 19th centuries.