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Why does onion make u cry?

When you cut an onion, it releases special gases into the air. These gases mix with the water in your eyes and create a mild acid that makes them sting, so your eyes make tears to wash it away.

⭐ Bonus fact: Chilling an onion before cutting it can help reduce the gas it releases.

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