This chapter traces the origins of bleach and its pivotal role in sanitation practices, from the germ theory of disease discovery to its use in disinfecting water and space cabins. It discusses the evolution of Clorox bleach, its expansion into various applications, and its contribution to public health by preventing disease spread. The chapter also covers the effectiveness of chlorination in pools, the disinfecting properties of bleach on bacteria and viruses, and the distinctions between cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting processes.
It lives under your sink and may have saved your life but… WHAT THE FUNK IS BLEACH? Hot off of a beaker-laden lab tour, Alie chats with Dr. Evan Rumberger, a bleach scientist, about his work, his history, what bleach IS, what it turns into, and how to appreciate this household staple. Also: what exactly is in swimming pools and how to tie-dye shirts when you’re goth. This was part of a partnership with Clorox, but Alie thought the chemistry was cool enough to share with Ologites.
For more bleach facts, this link's got 'em: FactsAboutBleach.com
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