B.P.S.C. (B.A.O) March, 2024
Tomato is a natural source of which acid?
aAcetic acid
bTartaric acid
cOxalic acid✓ Correct
dNone of the above
Explanation
Tomato is a natural source of oxalic acid. Its chemical formula is (COOH)$_2$. Oxalic acid is an organic compound that is also found in small amounts in green leafy vegetables, such as spinach. Acetic acid is found in vinegar. Citric acid is found in citrus fruits.
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