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Science has seen remarkable progress in the twentieth
century, especially after the Industrial Revolution. This progress is due to
several factors, such as the quick mode of transport and communication,
widening market, spread of education, political reasons, and technological
advancements.
The advent of machines made things that were once made by hand by a few
artisans in a long time, now being produced quickly and cheaply. The railway
system at the beginning of the century did not make as much progress as the
internal combustion engine, which allowed for more efficient and quicker
road transport. The air-age brought a mode of communication that helped man
and ideas travel far and faster, contributing to the creation and
improvement of things. Space travel has also made great strides, with
satellites now being used for weather forecasting, TV broadcasting, and live
telecast programs.
With the widening market and the demand for a variety of goods, one industry
creates the need for another, advancing science. Education has also played a
significant role in spreading scientific knowledge. As knowledge is power,
scientific knowledge has given countries greater strength and the ability to
increase their wealth. Political rivalry, as seen in the case of the USA and
the USSR, has also been a cause for the advancement of science.
Technological advancements have led to the invention of wonderful tools,
such as the computer, which is becoming universal and solving problems that
were once considered ludicrous. The twentieth century has seen a remarkable
advance in science, and its rapid progress can be attributed to these
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