GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one is an organic Acid?
A
Citric
B
Nitric
C
Sulphuric
D
Phosphoric
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Citric acid is a weak organic acid. It occurs naturally in produce, and in particular, citrus fruits such as limes, oranges, and lemons.

Detailed explanation-2: -Citric acid is an organic compound that is found in citrus fruits. It is a natural preservative and is also used in foods and soft drinks to imbue an acidic (or a sour) flavour.

Detailed explanation-3: -The IUPAC name of citric acid is 2-hydroxy-propane-1, 2, 3-tricarboxylic acid.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lactic acid, acetic acid, oxalic acid, uric acid, and malic acid are some of the common examples of organic acids.

Detailed explanation-5: -Since Ethanoic acid, Formic acid, and Citric acid (C6H8O7) are obtained from natural sources, they are classified as organic acids. Ethanoic acid is present in vinegar, Formic acid is found in ant sting and Citric acid is present in citrus fruits.

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