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Due to presence of _______ lemon is sour?

  1. Citric acid

  2. Nucleic acid

  3. Acetic acid

  4. Ascorbic acid

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Lemons are sour due to the presence of citric acid, which makes up about 5-6% of their dry weight. Citric acid is a weak organic acid that gives citrus fruits their characteristic tart flavor. Nucleic acids are DNA/RNA, acetic acid is in vinegar, and ascorbic acid is vitamin C.

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