Using the information you’ve acquired, identify how advances
in science led to a longer life expectancy during the Industrial
Revolution. (1 point)
Rapid urbanization stemming from scientific advances in
factories led to an increase in hazardous living and
working conditions.
Increased wages of factory workers meant that they could
afford to pay for doctors and medicines if they became ill.
People of all classes started to eat more food every day,
leading to a longer life.
Once it was proven that germs cause disease,
governments began to pass laws to improve sanitation in
industrial cities.
1 answer
Once it was proven that germs cause disease, governments began to pass laws to improve sanitation in industrial cities. This led to a reduction in the spread of diseases and ultimately increased life expectancy.