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cm0002@toast.ooo to Science@mander.xyz · 3 days ago

Why we have two nostrils instead of one big hole

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Why we have two nostrils instead of one big hole

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cm0002@toast.ooo to Science@mander.xyz · 3 days ago
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Our nostrils share the workload like coworkers on rotation.
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    Since we use our nose to warm incoming cold air, I’m sure cutting the volume per nostril and boosting contact surface makes a significant difference

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