What were the after effects of population explosion caused due to scientific and industrial revolution?
Decline in death rate
Depletion of natural resources.
Widespread outbreaks of diseases
During the early 19th century, there was a large population growth caused by the improvements of the Agricultural Revolution of the 18th century. Many historians believe this population increase was due to a dramatic decline in the death rate. The growth of cities led to horrible living conditions. The Industrial Revolution impacted the environment. The world saw a major increase in population, which, along with an increase in living standards, led to the depletion of natural resources. The use of chemicals and fuel in factories resulted in increased air and water pollution and an increased use of fossil fuels.