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The strongest muscle in the human body is the masseter, in the jaw.

Why it is true

The masseter is the strongest muscle in the human body relative to its size. It can exert a force of up to 90 kilograms on the molar teeth. Its function is to close the jaw during chewing and it is essential for eating.

Source: Anatomy

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