The societal impact refers to the profound and wide-ranging changes that occurred within a society as a result of the industrial revolution. These changes affected various aspects of people's lives, including their work, living conditions, social structure, and culture.
Related terms
Urbanization: The process of population shifting from rural areas to cities due to industrialization.
Labor Conditions: Refers to the working conditions in factories during the industrial revolution.
Social Stratification: The division of society into different social classes based on wealth, occupation, and power.