The Industrial Revolution refers to the period of rapid industrialization and technological advancements that started in the late 18th century and transformed manufacturing processes, transportation, and agriculture.
Related terms
Urbanization: Urbanization is the process of people moving from rural areas to cities due to industrialization and job opportunities.
Mechanization: Mechanization involves replacing human labor with machines or mechanical devices in order to increase production efficiency.
Division of Labor: Division of labor refers to breaking down complex tasks into simpler ones and assigning different workers specialized roles in order to improve overall productivity.