Question

Why are the 16th and 17th centuries known as the "incubation period of the modern world"?

Answer 1

Answer:

The 16th and 17th centuries known as the "incubation period of the modern world" because of the breakthroughs that occurred in the use of water and wind energy for the completion and powering of various industries.

There was also the issue of military revolution which occurred around that time and was the period in which gun powder production started . This led to subsequent production of other weapons during this period.