can stomach acid dissolve a chewing gum?
can stomach acid dissolve iron?
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Regarding your first question, stomach acid can indeed dissolve chewing gum, but it may take a while. The main component of gum is a type of rubber called "polyisobutylene," which is resistant to most chemicals and digestive enzymes. While stomach acid can break down many types of foods, it has a harder time breaking down gum due to its composition. However, the stomach's strong acid and digestive processes can eventually break down the gum, though the exact time it takes varies.
As for your second question, stomach acid can partially dissolve iron, but it depends on various factors. Iron is a highly reactive metal and can react with stomach acid (which primarily consists of hydrochloric acid) to form iron chloride, a soluble compound. However, the concentration of the acid and the amount of iron present play a role. In general, stomach acid may corrode small amounts of iron over time, but it is unlikely to dissolve a large chunk of iron quickly.
To gather accurate and more detailed information on such topics, it's advisable to consult scientific studies or sources written by experts in the field.