9781332243648 - On Methods Used and Results Obtained in Making Germicidal-Efficiency Tests of a Disinfectant: For Use in Railway Sanitation (Classic Reprint) de Sedgwick, William T... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the germicidal efficiency of a disinfectant intended for railway sanitation, testing its efficacy against various microbes. Amidst concerns over the arrival of Asiatic cholera in the US, the Pennsylvania Railroad sought to ensure the safety of their services and passengers. The author, a renowned expert in bacteriology, was tasked with conducting rigorous tests to determine the disinfectant's ability to destroy disease-causing germs. Through innovative methods and meticulous experimentation, the author established the disinfectant's remarkable effectiveness against a range of bacteria, including those responsible for typhoid fever, diphtheria, and cholera, as well as the resilient spores of Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus anthracis. This book not only provides valuable insights into disinfection practices but also highlights the crucial role of scientific research in safeguarding public health, particularly during periods of heightened concern over infectious 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.