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The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life

The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life

The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday
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The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life

by Schwarcz, Dr. Joe

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This entertaining examination of everyday science from the fanciful to the factual covers topics ranging from pesticides and environmental estrogens to lipsticks and garlic. Readers are alerted to the shenanigans of quacks and are offered glimpses into the fascinating history of science. The science of aphrodisiacs, DDT, bottled waters, vitamins, barbiturates, plastic wraps, and smoked meat is investigated. Worries about acrylamide, preservatives, and waxed fruits are put into perspective, and the mysteries of bulletproof vests, weight loss diets, green-haired Swedes, laughing gas, and “mad honey” are unraveled. Even those with very little knowledge of science will come away informed and delighted at those humorous and accessible explanations.

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Title
The Fly in the Ointment: 70 Fascinating Commentaries on the Science of Everyday Life
Author
Schwarcz, Dr. Joe
Book Condition
UsedVeryGood
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ISBN 10
1550226215
ISBN 13
9781550226218
Publisher
ECW Press
Place of Publication
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
This edition first published
May 28, 2004

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