Question
What event instigated the current population explosion?
(1 point)
the Agricultural Revolution
the discovery of penicillin’s antibiotic properties
World War II
the Industrial Revolution
(1 point)
the Agricultural Revolution
the discovery of penicillin’s antibiotic properties
World War II
the Industrial Revolution
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The event that instigated the current population explosion is primarily associated with the **Industrial Revolution**. This period brought about significant advancements in technology, agriculture, and medicine, leading to increased food production, improved living conditions, and lower mortality rates, thus contributing to a rapid rise in population.