Question

Match the following:

Acid	Source
A-Maleic acid	1-Spinach
B-Tartaric acid	2-Lemons or oranges.
C-Citric acid	3-Grapes
D-Oxalic acid	4-Apples

 

1. A-1, B-4, C-3, D-1
2. A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1
3. A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
4. A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1

The correct answer is A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1.

•  Acid: An acid is a substance which
  • Is sour to taste.
  • Turns blue litmus paper into red.
  • Contains replaceable hydrogen.
  • Gives hydrogen ion (H+) in an aqueous solution.
  • Can donate a proton.
  • Can accept an electron.
• Oxalic acid:
  • It is found in tomatoes and spinach.
  • These include green leafy vegetables, fruits, cocoa, nuts, and seeds.
  • It is also an excellent source of folic acid, potassium, magnesium and vitamin K, carotenes, vitamin C, and lutein which is important for healthy eyes.
• Maleic acid is present in Apples.
  • Maleic is from the Latin word malum which is used for apple. 
  • It is also found in watermelons and cherries.
• Tartaric acid is present in Grapes.
  • It is also found in cherries, papaya, peach, pear, pineapple, strawberries and mangoes
• Citric acid is present in Lemons or oranges.​