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Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body.

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Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, with a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. It is made of calcium phosphate and covers the crown of the tooth, protecting it during chewing. However, it does not regenerate.

Source: American Dental Association

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