Question

Name the acids present in the following:
(a) unripe green apples
(b) vinegar
(c) tea
(d) sour milk
(e) orange juic​

Answer 1

Answer:

a) malic acid

b) Ethanoic acid

c) tannic acid

d) lactic acid

e) citric acid

Explanation:

a) Such fruits are also called citrus fruits. Unripe fruits like green apples, plums and currants contain malic acid. The pickle gets its sourness from vinegar or acetic acid.

b) ethanoic acid is also known as acetic acid .

c)  Tannins are one of these naturally occurring substances. Tannic acid is a specific form derived from tannin. It is a type of polyphenol.

d) Fermentation converts the lactose to lactic acid, which has a sour flavor.

e) The main organic acids found in orange juice are citric, malic, and ascorbic acid.