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127. The Science of Ear Wax

If you're using headphones to listen to this episode, you might have noticed some earwax built up on the earbuds. It can be flaky or wet, dark or light, but no matter what it looks like it all serves the same purpose. Luke explains what earwax is made of and why our body produces it.

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07.00 27 Jul 2023


127. The Science of Ear Wax



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07.00 27 Jul 2023


If you're using headphones to listen to this episode, you might have noticed some earwax built up on the earbuds. It can be flaky or wet, dark or light, but no matter what it looks like it all serves the same purpose. Luke explains what earwax is made of and why our body produces it.


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