Question

Citric acid is an organic acid give reason​

Answer 1

Answer:

citric acid is a colourless crystalline organic compounds which found in carboxylic acids..it is also called a week organic acid

Answer 2

Answer:

Due to the presence of hydrogen and carbon atoms complex molecules, citric acid is an organic acid.

Explanation:

• In citrus fruits like lemons, limes, and oranges we find citric acid.
• We use it as an antioxidant, to flavor the food and also to preserve the food.
• When hydrogen and carbon atoms group together to form organic molecules then organic acid is formed.

The chemical formula of citric acid is  $HOC(CO_{2} H)(CH_{2}CO_{2}H)_{2}$.

The hydrogen and carbon atoms are interlinked to form a complex organic molecule. So, citric acid is an organic acid.