Why do AA and AAA batteries not shock us when touching opposite ends with wet fingers, but licking a 9 volt battery does?

Question

Why do AA and AAA batteries not shock us when touching opposite ends with wet fingers, but licking a 9 volt battery does?

In: Chemistry

Answer 1

First of all, your saliva is much more conductive than your skin.

Secondly, 9 volts is times stronger than 1.5 volts.