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# La Revolució Industrial i el imperialisme. ## El repartiment del món The document describes the Industrial Revolution, focusing on its origins in Great Britain and its spread to other countries. It highlights key factors that drove this period of transformation, including: * **Demographic growth...

# La Revolució Industrial i el imperialisme. ## El repartiment del món The document describes the Industrial Revolution, focusing on its origins in Great Britain and its spread to other countries. It highlights key factors that drove this period of transformation, including: * **Demographic growth:** A decrease in mortality led to increased population, creating a larger labor force and demand. * **Agricultural Revolution:** Improvements in agricultural techniques, structures, and livestock management increased food production, freeing up labor for factory work. * **Other factors:** Existing markets, a business-oriented mindset of the bourgeoisie, and ample supplies of iron and coal were crucial for the Industrial Revolution to unfold. **Early industries:** The initial industries that rose to prominence were: * **Textile Industry:** The first to adopt new techniques. * **Iron and steel industry:** Crucial for machinery and infrastructure. **Impact on Transportation:** The revolution also dramatically impacted transportation in the following ways: * **Navigation:** Improvements in navigation, through canals and the introduction of steamboats, were crucial for shipping raw materials and finished products. * **Railroads:** The development of railways facilitated the rapid transport of goods and people, playing a significant role in the growth of the industrial economy. The document also presents a chart illustrating the evolution of the population in England between 1700 and 1800. The chart displays the birth and death rates, showing a decrease in the mortality rate and a growing population in the given period.