Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What is the strongest muscle in the body

  1. The masseters(jaw)

  2. The biceps(upper arm)

  3. The quadriceps(thigh)

  4. The cardiac(heart)
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Explanation

The masseters (jaw muscles) can generate the greatest force per square inch of any muscle in the body, capable of exerting over 200 pounds of pressure on the molars. While the gluteus maximus is the largest muscle and the cardiac muscle works tirelessly, the masseters win in terms of concentrated force.

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