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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tackles a vital question that plagued 19th-century public health: how to determine the quality of drinking water. The author, a prominent analyst of his time, grapples with the conflicting opinions of experts on the subject. The book delves into the scientific processes for examining water, particularly the debate surrounding the role of organic matter and nitrates. The author's work is positioned within the broader context of growing public awareness of sanitation and disease, as the Industrial Revolution and rapid urbanization brought new challenges to public health. While acknowledging the importance of scientific analysis, the author emphasizes the need for medical expertise in interpreting the results. He argues that purely chemical data is insufficient, and that understanding the context and origin of the water is crucial for determining its safety. The book emphasizes the danger of sewage contamination and the potential for disease transmission through impure water. The author's meticulous analysis and insightful observations on water quality provide valuable historical insight into the evolution of public health practices and the development of scientific understanding of waterborne diseases. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780266139485_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780266139485
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780266139485
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