Why do females have a better sense of smell than men?

Subject: Why do females have a better sense of smell than men?

Date: Sun Oct 17 20:21:38 1999
Posted by Rachel
Grade level: 7-9 School: No school entered.
City: No city entered. State/Province: GA Country: USA
Area of science: Neuroscience
ID: 940206098.Ns

Message:


I am experimenting on men and woman of various ages testing their sense of 
smell. I know about the olfactory system in the brain- but I do not know 
if there is ANY difference between a male's and a female's. Also, i heard 
that this systen relates to the limbic system. If possible, I'd appreciate 
some insight on this. Thanks a lot!

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