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I undestand that tolerance to alcohol is related to body size and/or weight. Is there also a genetic factor in play? Can a 120 lb. person have greater tolerance than a 180 lb person due to a genetic influence? I also have heard the sex of the person can be a factor as well.

by /u/the_noise_we_made in /r/askscience

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