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Human stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve metal razor blades, thanks to its extremely low pH.

Why it is true

With a pH between one and two, the hydrochloric acid in gastric juice is highly corrosive and capable of degrading metals like zinc and thin steel.

Source: Gastroenterology Review

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