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The Architecture of the Nose (Anatomical Facts)
| Factor | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 14 cm |
| Height | 5 cm |
| Volume | 15 mL |
| Volume per nostril (administered) | 150 µL |
| Surface area | 160 cm2 |
| -including microvilli | 9.6 m2 |
| Olfactory region | 8 cm2 |
| -including microvilli | 0.3 m2 |
