AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Lemon juice and lime juice are rich sources of citric acid, containing 1.44 and 1.38 g/oz, respectively.

Detailed explanation-2: -You’ll find ascorbic acid together with another naturally occurring acid – citric acid – in orange and lemon juice. These are harmless partly because they are what’s known as weak acids. Acids react with bases and weak acids only really react with very strong bases.

Detailed explanation-3: -The high acidity in lemons stimulate the production of hydrochloric acid, which improves digestion. Lemons slow the absorption of food and help your body to break down the nutrients it needs. An added bonus: The water gives you a hydration kick which helps keep your body running smoothly.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lime juice is acidic in nature because it contains citric acid. Human blood is slightly basic (i.e., having pH 7.8). Lime water and antacid are basic in nature as they contain hydroxide OH− ion.