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Why was the use of lead and asbestos so widespread in the modern period (and earlier) when their detrimental effects have been known for centuries?

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Why was the use of lead and asbestos so widespread in the modern period (and earlier) when their detrimental effects have been known for centuries?

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The end of apartheid was eventually brought about through discussions between the ANC and the de Klerk government. Did these negotiations lead to any 'concessions' from the ANC?

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When did 'presidentialisation' of the UK prime minister start?

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How did the average British person feel about going to war before WW1?

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What motivated the invention of the printing press/What caused an uptick in medieval literacy?

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Did people have to slaughter and butcher their own animals in 'olden times'?

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What does the pre-Christian history of proselytising look like?

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When did 'presidentialisation' of the UK prime minister start?

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Did Europe 'sleepwalk' into WW1?

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Title	Upvotes	Mark as read	Favorited	Rating	Add to a list
Why was the use of lead and asbestos so widespread in the modern period (and earlier) when their detrimental effects have been known for centuries?	1032
Why was the use of lead and asbestos so widespread in the modern period (and earlier) when their detrimental effects have been known for centuries?	121
The end of apartheid was eventually brought about through discussions between the ANC and the de Klerk government. Did these negotiations lead to any 'concessions' from the ANC?	14
When did 'presidentialisation' of the UK prime minister start?	11
How did the average British person feel about going to war before WW1?	10
What motivated the invention of the printing press/What caused an uptick in medieval literacy?	10
Did people have to slaughter and butcher their own animals in 'olden times'?	7
What does the pre-Christian history of proselytising look like?	6
When did 'presidentialisation' of the UK prime minister start?	5
Did Europe 'sleepwalk' into WW1?	4