Chapter 1: Industrial Revolution

Vocabulary flashcards detailing the definition, timeline, and emergence factors of the Industrial Revolution in Britain based on Chapter 1.

The Industrial Revolution

The broad change generated by man in the industrial and technological fields within a period of about six decades by producing goods with the help of machines instead of manual labour.

Trade (in European Industrialization)

The major reason for the emergence of the industrial revolution in Europe, which accompanied colonization by powers such as Britain, France, Portugal, and Spain.

Latter Part of the 18th Century

The time period in which the industrial revolution began in Britain, remaining limited to the country for about half a century before spreading in the 19th century.

Wealthy Class in Britain

A group that emerged after Britain surpassed countries like Holland, France, Portugal, and Spain by the 18th century, capable of investing money into industries.

Population Growth in Britain

A rapid demographic increase in Britain that resulted in a high demand for goods, creating a production challenge that stimulated the industrial sector.

The Renaissance

A historical movement in Europe during the 14th and 15th centuries that led to an expansion of scientific knowledge, which was later applied to producing goods.