How many ounces of water does it take in order to 'drown'?

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Question #109255. Asked by animelover33.
Last updated Aug 18 2021.

Zbeckabee

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"An infant can drown in as little as 5 centimeters of water, and it only takes two minutes under water to cause brain damage."

Sep 28 2009, 8:40 PM

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It measures two inches, enough to cover the nose and mouth. (satguru, moderator)

Response last updated by satguru on Aug 18 2021.
Sep 28 2009, 7:41 PM