Question

Which acid is used in baking powder and cooking food?

Answer 1

Acid used in baking powder:

• Baking powder is a two-in-one flavoring agent that combines sodium bicarbonate$\left({\mathrm{NaHCO}}_3\right)$, a powdered alkali, with tartaric acid $\left({\mathrm{C}}_4{\mathrm{H}}_6{\mathrm{O}}_6\right)$, a powdered acid.

Acid used in cooking food:

• Citric acid $\left({\mathrm{C}}_6{\mathrm{H}}_8{\mathrm{O}}_7\right)$ is a white crystalline powder used in cooking to give the dish a sour taste or modify the acidity. It also acts as a preservative.