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How are humans able to drink hot liquids that would burn to the touch?

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Answer:

Some people are able to drink by these different reasons.

1. Some people have taste buds that are a lot duller.

2. They drink a little bit, then eat or drink something cold like, well, cold water.

First answer by Marrisa1999. Last edit by Marrisa1999. Contributor trust: 3 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 1 [recommend question].

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