Question

How did the inventions of machines during the industrial revolution help the people?

Answer 1

What Changed – Industrially and Economically:

1️⃣The invention of steam power, which was used to power factories and transport and allowed for deeper mining.

2️⃣Improvement of iron making techniques allowing for vastly higher production levels.

3️⃣The textile industry was transformed by new machines – such as the Spinning Jenny - and factories, again allowing for much higher production at a lower cost.

4️⃣Better machine tools allowed for more and better machines.

5️⃣Developments in metallurgy and chemical production.

6️⃣Creation of new and quicker transport networks thanks to first canals and then railways.

What Changed – Socially and Culturally:

1️⃣Rapid urbanisation leading to dense, cramped housing and living conditions.

2️⃣New city and factory cultures affecting family and peer groups.

3️⃣Debates and laws regarding child labour, public health and working