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China is the birthplace of tea, and our ancestors have been discovering and utilizing tea for thousands of years. This ancient beverage has evolved from its earliest form as steamed green tea to the six major categories we know today, over a development period spanning more than two millennia. Throughout this long history, countless Chinese tea enthusiasts have contributed their wisdom and hard work, creating a profound tea culture. Today, let's discuss several "minor issues" related to tea. 1. Must the water used for brewing tea be boiled to 100 degrees Celsius? It is necessary to boil water to 100 degrees Celsius. However, the temperature of the water used for brewing should primarily depend on the type of tea being brewed. For green teas, it is generally not advisable to use boiling water at 100 degrees Celsius. Instead, water between 80 to 90 degrees Celsius (after boiling and cooling to the desired temperature) is preferred. The greener and more delicate the tea leaves, the lower the water temperature should be, which will result in a fresher, brighter, and more flavorful infusion with less destruction of vitamin C. At higher temperatures, the tea infusion becomes darker in color, vitamin C is…