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Citric acid
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a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and limes, commonly used as a food additive for flavoring and preserving
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Plural form
citric acids
Examples
Lemon juice contains citric acid, giving it its characteristic tart flavor.
