Did the industrial revolution have to do anything with peppered moths?

Yes, the Industrial Revolution played a significant role in the evolution of the peppered moth. During this period, pollution from factories darkened tree bark in urban areas, leading to a higher survival rate for darker-colored moths, which were better camouflaged from predators. This phenomenon, known as industrial melanism, demonstrated natural selection in action, as light-colored moths became more visible and less likely to survive. Consequently, the population of darker moths increased, showcasing how environmental changes can drive evolutionary adaptations.