Answer:
Russia was slow to industrialize and reform because mainly of its Geography and its involvement in Wars
Step-by-step explanation:
Russia faced many challenges in development of its industries and having industrial reform like other parts of Europe had and this was because of ITS geography, poor transportation systems, wars and agricultural based economy that Russia operated while other European Nations were less involved in wars.
Russia being part of the soviet union was constantly involved in wars and this really slowed down their pace towards industrialization and reforms