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Technological Advancements and Values
Technological advancements such as the use of oil and the invention of the plough have significantly impacted human society by increasing energy exploitation and agricultural productivity. These advancements were not values-neutral, but rather tied to human values and relationships with animals. Oil, for example, led to a major increase in energy use, while the plough revolutionized agricultural output, leading to a surplus of calories per acre and a corresponding population increase. Historically, the introduction of the plough marked the decline of animism, a belief system prevalent before its invention, highlighting the interconnectedness of technology, values, and societal changes.
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