Water in Pompeii’s Roman baths was contaminated, reveals new research

Pools of the oldest public bathing facilities in Pompeii, dating back to 130 BC. (Cees Passchier via SWNS)

By Stephen Beech

Water in Pompeii's Roman baths was contaminated, reveals new research.

Water in Pompeii’s Roman baths was contaminated, reveals new research

Carbonate samples from the so-called Republican Baths in Pompeii. (Cees Passchier via SWNS)

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