Essays On The Floating Matter Of The Air: In Relation To Putrefaction And Infection

By John Tyndall

Book Overview

""Essays on the Floating Matter of the Air: In Relation to Putrefaction and Infection"" is a scientific book written by John Tyndall. The book explores the relationship between the floating matter in the air and the processes of putrefaction and infection. Tyndall was a renowned physicist and chemist who conducted extensive experiments on the behavior of microorganisms in the air. In this book, he presents his findings on the role of airborne particles in the spread of diseases and the decay of organic matter. The book is divided into several essays, each focusing on a different aspect of the topic. Tyndall's research and observations were groundbreaking at the time and contributed significantly to the understanding of microbiology and disease transmission. The book is a valuable resource for scientists, medical professionals, and anyone interested in the history of microbiology and the development of germ theory.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432542834
• ISBN13: 9781432542832
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"