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Why we have two nostrils instead of one big hole (www.popsci.com)
submitted 11 months ago by to c/science@mander.xyz
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[–] 4 points 11 months ago

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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