Question

Name the acid present in the following:
(a) Tomato
(b) Vinegar
(c) Tamarind

Answer 1

Answer:

(a) Citric acid

(b) acetic acid

(c) tartaric acid

Answer 2

Citric & malic acid

Acetic acid

Tartaric acid

Explanation:

(a) Tomato contains more than 10 different types of acids, but two account for a large percentage of the total: citric acid and malic acid.

(b) Vinegar is an aqueous solution of acetic acid and trace chemicals that may include flavorings. Vinegar typically contains 5-20% acetic acid by volume.

(c) The acidic nature of Tamarind is due to its tartaric acid content. Tartaric acid, an antioxidant, is the reason why tamarind is sour.