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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, written in the middle of the 19th century, explores the history of ventilation with a focus on the dangers of poor indoor air quality and the impact on human health. The author discusses the importance of fresh air and the deleterious effects of breathing polluted air, especially in confined spaces. While this book is a product of its time, the author's investigation into the problems of ventilation and the ingenious solutions he proposes are fascinating and relevant to today's readers. The author takes a deep dive into the science of the atmosphere and respiration, examining the chemical composition of the air we breathe and the role of oxygen and carbon dioxide in maintaining good health. He then explores the history of heating and ventilation, starting with open fires and chimneys and moving on to the more modern stoves and furnaces of the mid-19th century. Along the way, the author provides detailed descriptions of the various methods of ventilation that were available at the time, including natural ventilation, mechanical ventilation, and a variety of innovative designs for stoves and furnaces that were intended to improve indoor air quality. 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 9780331261226_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780331261226
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780331261226
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)