Industrial Revolution Flashcards
What is an industrial revolution?
The process of change in an area from handicraft to industry dominated and manufacturing machines.
When did Britain become an industrialized country?
Between 1750 and 1850.
What were some factors necessary in the industrial revolution of Britain?
Increase in population, oversea trading, improved transport, improved agriculture, had plenty raw materials.
What is a textile industry?
The industry specialized in producing cloth, cotton, etc.
What was the first industry to move into factories?
textile industry
What were the key inventions used in the textile industry?
Flying shuttle, water frame, spinning jenny, the mule, a power loom.
Who invented the flying shuttle and when was it made?
John Kay, in 1733
Who invented the spinning jenny and when was it made?
John Hargreaves, in 1764
Who invented the water frame and when was it made?
Richard Arkwright, in 1769
Who invented the mule and when was it made?
Samuel Crompton, in 1779
Who invented a power loon and when did it happen?
Edmund Cartwright, in 1785
