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Technological Evolution and Models

ICSE · Class 11 · Environmental Science

Summary of Technological Evolution and Models for ICSE Class 11 Environmental Science. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Technology is the practical application of scientific knowledge to meet human needs and solve social and economic problems. Its evolution shows how human societies changed from simple stone tools to modern digital systems, and how each stage affected production, energy use, living standards, and the

Key Concepts

Technology is the practical application

Technology is the practical application of scientific knowledge, skills, and techniques to create tools, machines, and systems that help human beings

Technological development moved through major stages

Technological development moved through major stages: Palaeolithic, Neolithic, Medieval, Industrial Revolution, Modern and Contemporary, and the shift

Early humans used stone

Early humans used stone, wood, and bone tools, and the discovery of fire was a major breakthrough. Technology was low-tech, labour-intensive, and clos

Agriculture and domestication of animals allowed

Agriculture and domestication of animals allowed humans to move from nomadic life to settled communities. Food production increased, population grew,

Societies developed improved agricultural tools

Societies developed improved agricultural tools, water mills, windmills, mechanical clocks, and better irrigation systems, while still depending large

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the meaning of technology and its evolution through historical stages.
  • Explain how technology has affected human societies socially, economically, politically, culturally, and environmentally.
  • Differentiate between hi-tech, low-tech, and intermediate technology.
  • Distinguish between traditional technology and appropriate technology.
  • Describe the Industrial Revolution, its causes, major innovations, and environmental effects.

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