Why are burns felt immediately, while there’s a slight delay in sensation for cuts?
In: Biology
I don’t have a direct answer, but the idea that a burn is not felt immediately is a bit off, at least in terms of reflexes.
I have a distinct memory of grabbing a hot handle of a frying pan (the handle was over another burner that was on). I touched that handle to pick it up, and my reflex made me pull my hand away from that handle violently and very fast, and I didn’t realize why for few seconds. Then I felt the pain.
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