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Beneath the surface of everyday life, tiny micro-organisms shape health, food safety, and cleanliness in surprising ways.
This book explains how bacteria can be harmless, dangerous, or disease-causing, and why heat, cleanliness, and careful food handling matter at home. It offers practical, non-technical guidance on preventing contamination, preserving foods, and reducing the spread of illness through everyday actions.
- Learn why boiling water and heating milk can prevent disease.
- See how well-sealed, properly prepared tins help keep foods safe for longer.
- Discover simple cleaning routines for utensils, surfaces, and laundry to stop bacteria from spreading.
- Understand how light, air, and disinfectants play a role in keeping homes healthier.
Ideal for readers seeking clear, actionable science about food safety and daily hygiene.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the interconnectedness between the scientific process and the practicalities of everyday lifeā"from understanding units of measurement like length or weight to the elements that make up the air we breathe. The author demonstrates how scientific principles are not relegated to laboratories and classrooms; instead, they play a vital role in our kitchens, bathrooms, and gardens, guiding decisions as straightforward as the best method for making a cup of tea. The book also explores the historical development of scientific instruments and the evolution of units of measurement around the globe. It will appeal to anyone interested in learning more about the often-invisible role of science in daily life. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330475188_0
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