Question

Which acid is present predominantly in a tomato?

• A. Tartaric acid
• B. Malonic acid
• C. Oxalic acid
• D. Lactic acid

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Oxalic acid

Explanation for the correct option:

(c ) Oxalic acid

• Tomatoes contain about ten different types of acids, including citric acid, malic acid, ascorbic acid, and oxalic acid.
• Tomatoes have an oxalic acid level of roughly $50\mathrm{mg}$ per $100\mathrm{g}$ serving.
• Hence this option is correct

Explanation for the incorrect options:

(a) Tartaric acid

• Tartaric acid is found in grapes not tomatoes
• hence it is not the correct option.

(b) Malonic acid

• malonic acid is found in citrus fruits not tomatoes
• Hence this option is not correct

(d) Lactic acid

• Lactic acid is found in curd not tomatoes
• hence it is not the correct option.

Hence the correct option is (c ) Oxalic acid