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GK QUESTION#3204

Consider the following statements: 1. Acetic acid is the main acid present in vinegar. 2. Citric acid is primarily found in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. 3. Vinegar has a basic pH due to the presence of tartaric acid. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A1 and 3 only
  2. B2 and 3 only
  3. C2 only
  4. D1 and 2 onlyCorrect answer
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D. 1 and 2 only

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Vinegar is acidic mainly because of acetic acid, and citric acid occurs in citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges. Thus statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is false because vinegar is not basic; it is unnecessary to claim that every vinegar contains no tartaric acid.

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