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Dishwashing Debates: The Soapy Science Behind Everyone's Favorite Chore

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CHAPTER

The Evolution of Dishwashing

This chapter traces the historical practices and challenges of cleaning utensils and dishes, from early meal consumption methods to the advent of indoor plumbing. It highlights the evolution of soap, the introduction of dishwashers, and significant figures like Josephine Cochran, who transformed dishwashing techniques. The discussion underscores how advancements in technology and plumbing dramatically improved domestic life, particularly for women, by reducing the labor involved in water collection and dishwashing.

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