Lectures on Ventilation by Lewis W. Leeds
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| Author | Leeds, Lewis W. |
|---|---|
| Title |
Lectures on Ventilation Being a Course Delivered in the Franklin Institute of Philadelphia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Lectures on Ventilation" by Lewis W. Leeds is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the critical importance of proper ventilation and its impact on human health, particularly in urban settings. Leeds draws attention to the high mortality rates attributed to foul air and presents a series of lectures aimed at educating readers on the principles of effective air circulation and the detrimental effects of air stagnation. At the start of the publication, Leeds emphasizes Philadelphia's surprising healthiness, attributing it largely to effective home ventilation practices, despite the widespread misunderstanding of ventilation principles. He provides statistical data illustrating the alarming number of deaths caused by poor air quality, stating that a significant percentage of deaths are due to respiratory diseases linked to unventilated living conditions. Through this introductory section, Leeds sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the mechanics of air movement, temperature effects on circulation, and practical recommendations for improving air quality in various environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TH: Technology: Building construction |
| Subject | Ventilation |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36936 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 97 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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