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 attributed to the **Industrial Revolution**. While the Agricultural Revolution significantly increased food production and supported population growth, the Industrial Revolution brought about advancements in technology, healthcare, and sanitation that greatly reduced mortality rates and increased life expectancy, leading to rapid population growth.