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How fast does nasal cilia move? how much faster does it move after drinking hot liquids? how long after drinking hot liquids does it stay that speed?
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Slow: It moves mucus 1mm/sec. The movement can be slowed by smoking or increased by caffeine or warm fluids though slightly.
Answered 6/11/2015
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