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How did technological advancements during the Second Agricultural Revolution primarily influence societal changes?
How did technological advancements during the Second Agricultural Revolution primarily influence societal changes?
- They decreased overall food production due to reliance on machinery.
- They led to immediate and equal distribution of food resources globally.
- They supported population growth and shifted labor towards industrial sectors. (correct)
- They exclusively benefited the wealthy landowners, increasing social inequality.
Which factor most directly enabled the urban population boom during the period influenced by the Second Agricultural Revolution?
Which factor most directly enabled the urban population boom during the period influenced by the Second Agricultural Revolution?
- Widespread adoption of cottage industries in urban centers.
- Government policies enforcing rural-to-urban migration.
- Increased agricultural output requiring fewer farm laborers. (correct)
- Decline of the traditional family structure in rural areas.
Which of the following represents a direct impact of the Second Agricultural Revolution on public health?
Which of the following represents a direct impact of the Second Agricultural Revolution on public health?
- Improved diets and reduced instances of malnutrition-related diseases. (correct)
- Greater occurrences of work-related injuries from mechanized farming.
- A rise in foodborne illnesses due to industrialized farming practices.
- A decrease in average life expectancy due to increased pollution.
How might the advancements of the Second Agricultural Revolution influence contemporary approaches to food production and distribution?
How might the advancements of the Second Agricultural Revolution influence contemporary approaches to food production and distribution?
What critical resource became more readily available as a direct consequence of the Second Agricultural Revolution, contributing to the growth of factories?
What critical resource became more readily available as a direct consequence of the Second Agricultural Revolution, contributing to the growth of factories?
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Second Agricultural Revolution
Second Agricultural Revolution
A period of agricultural development marked by innovations in farming methods and equipment.
Mechanization
Mechanization
The use of machinery in agriculture to increase efficiency and productivity.
Innovations in agriculture
Innovations in agriculture
New techniques and technologies developed to improve farming yields and sustainability.
Impacts on diet and lifespan
Impacts on diet and lifespan
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Urban growth
Urban growth
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Study Notes
Second Agricultural Revolution Impacts
- Innovations like machinery (steam plowing engine, combine harvester) increased agricultural productivity.
- New crops (potatoes, corn) from the New World boosted European farm output.
- Improved diets, longer lifespans, and more workers for factories resulted.
- Increased agricultural productivity led to better diets, longer lifespans, and increased workforce in factories.
- Technological advancements, alongside increased productivity, were factors in improved living standards.
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