Q. Match the columns:
List 1 List 2
Organic acids Substances in which they are present
A. Lactic acid 1. Lemon
B. Acetic acid 2. Rancid butter
C. Citric acid 3. Milk
D. Butyric acid 4. Vinegar
  5. Wine
     A B C D

Answer: 3 4 1 2
Notes: • Lactic acid is found primarily in sour milk products, such as koumiss, laban, yogurt, kefir, and some cottage cheeses.
• Vinegar is 5% acetic acid. Acetic acid is a compound that, when pure, is water clear and freezes just above room temperature.
• Lemon juice and lime juice are rich sources of citric acid, containing 1.44 and 1.38 g/oz, respectively.
• Butyric acid is a fatty acid occurring in the form of esters in animal fats. The triglyceride of butyric acid makes up 3–4% of butter.

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