1. Causes of industrial revolution (10)

2. consequences of Industrial revolution (10)

The cause of the Industrial Revolution was the effects created by the Agricultural Revolution. The Industrial Revolution began in Britain in the 18th century due in part to an increase in food production, which was the key outcome of the Agricultural Revolution.

The Industrial Revolution impacted the environment. The world saw a major increase in population, which, along with an increase in living standards, led to the depletion of natural resources. The use of chemicals and fuel in factories resulted in increased air and water pollution and an increased use of fossil fuels.