Bacteria in Daily Life by Grace C. Frankland
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About this eBook
| Author | Frankland, Grace C., 1858-1946 |
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| LoC No. | 03017700 |
| Title | Bacteria in Daily Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 32.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | Bacteriology in the Victorian era -- What we breathe -- Sunshine and life -- Bacteriology and water -- Milk dangers and remedies -- Bacteria and ice -- Some poisons and their prevention. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Bacteria in Daily Life" by Grace C. Frankland is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century." The work focuses on the pivotal role that bacteria play in various facets of daily life, from hygiene to agriculture and disease prevention. The author discusses the historical context of bacteriology, particularly during the Victorian era, and the significant advancements made in understanding bacteria and their functions. "The opening of the book introduces the reader to the fascinating and transformative discoveries surrounding bacteria, particularly through the contributions of past researchers like Louis Pasteur." It outlines how the scientific community has come to recognize the importance of microorganisms in processes such as fermentation, decomposition, and disease transmission. Frankland emphasizes the implications of these discoveries for public health and hygiene and sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the presence of bacteria in everyday life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QR: Science: Microbiology |
| Subject | Bacteriology |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43015 |
| Release Date | Jun 22, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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