CK-12 Physical Science Concepts - For Middle School

http://www.ck12.org Chapter 1. Introduction to Physical Science

FIGURE 1.19

Dozens of factory smokestacks polluted

the air in the English city of Manchester

in the 1800s.

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Over the past several decades, computer technology has revolutionized human society. Watch this video interview
about ways computers have changed people’s lives. Then answer the questions below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_T-0iEbsxmQ (11:35)

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Click image to the left for use the URL below.

URL: http://www.ck12.org/flx/render/embeddedobject/54921

1. According to Professor Foster, what are some ways that computer technology has influenced human society?


2. Can you imagine a world without computers? How might your life be different if computers didn’t exist?

Review

1. In general, how do major advances in technology usually affect society?


2. What was the Industrial Revolution?


3. What are some ways the Industrial Revolution changed people’s lives?