Question

why is cotton considered the first symbol of new industrial era​

Answer 1

Answer:

Cotton was the first symbol of the new era in England in the 18th century. This was because cotton industry was only the first industry to develop in the factory production.

Explanation:

Cotton was the first symbol of the new era in England. Its production boomed in the late nineteenth century. In 1760 Britain was importing 2.5 million pounds of raw cotton to feed its cotton industry. By 1787 this import soared to 22 million pounds.