The Paradox of Water

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The Science and Policy of Safe Drinking Water

By Bhawani Venkataraman

Summary

The Paradox of Water by Bhawani Venkataraman delves into the intricate and essential role water plays on our planet. It explores the scientific and environmental aspects of water, highlighting its significance for life and the challenges posed by scarcity and pollution. This engaging narrative combines elements of science and nature to underline water's pivotal yet paradoxical role in sustaining and threatening life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the essential role water plays in our world, both in its abundance and scarcity. It delves into the science behind this vital resource, exploring how it impacts ecosystems and human societies, making it an engaging read for those interested in environmental science and nature.

The Paradox of Water

Description

Water is a molecular marvel. Its seemingly simple formula—H₂O—dictates the properties that make water both essential for life and easily contaminated. Herein lies the paradox of water: we cannot live without it, but it is easily rendered “unsafe.” The Paradox of Water explores the intersection of the scientific, social, and policy implications around access to safe drinking water.

Drinking water is the smallest fraction of water used by a nation. Yet, the quality of this fraction is what dictates whether a community is healthy, educated, and economically sustained.

Bhawani Venkataraman argues that a deeper understanding of the chemical nature of water is crucial to appreciating the challenges around access to safe drinking water. Drawing on recent research and case studies from the US and abroad, this book offers students an understanding of:

the processes and oversight needed to ensure the safety of drinking water
the role of the precautionary principle in managing drinking water
potential solutions for expanding sustainable and equitable access to safe drinking water

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520343443

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 238

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Bhawani Venkataraman Education & Reference Engineering, Technology & Agriculture Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Bhawani Venkataraman is Associate Professor of Chemistry at Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, The New School. She teaches courses that connect chemistry to social and environmental issues.