HISTORY
THE AGE OF IMPERIALISM
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Question
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It already had large cities
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It grabbed tons of natural resources like coal, iron, etc. from its colonies.
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It produced tons of natural resources like coal, iron, etc. nationally.
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It was located in the middle of Europe
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Detailed explanation-1: -Natural resources-Britain had large and accessible supplies of coal and iron-two of the most important raw materials used to produce the goods for the early Industrial Revolution. Also available was water power to fuel the new machines, harbors for its merchant ships, and rivers for inland transportation.
Detailed explanation-2: -Coal was a key factor. Britain was well supplied with coal and this wonder fuel was powerful and much cheaper than traditional fuel, wood. Demand for coal led to expansion of mining, but as they mined deeper they encountered the problem of flooding.
Detailed explanation-3: -Rapid industrialisation first began in Britain, starting with mechanized textiles spinning in the 1780s, with high rates of growth in steam power and iron production occurring after 1800.
Detailed explanation-4: -Coal powered the steam engines that propelled the Industrial Revolution, and the use of steam power increased the demand for metals and minerals. Because coal had become readily available, iron production expanded substantially and gave rise to new industries.