Question

Name the natural source of each of the following (a) citric acid (b) oxalic acid (b) lactic acid (d)tartaric acid

Answer 1

All the given acids are organic acids.

Natural sources of given acids:

(a) citric acid

Citrus fruits such as lemon, orange, etc. contain citric acid in them.

(b) Oxalic acid

Oxalic acid can be found naturally in tomatoes, and spinach.

(c) Lactic acid

Lactic acid is found in milk and curd. Due to the presence of lactic acid, souring of milk occurs.

(d) Tartaric acid

Tartaric acid is naturally found in tamarind and grapes.