Match column A with Column B
column A column B
i. Lemon a. Tartaric acid
ii. Milk b. Citric acid
iii. Vinegar c. Lactic acid
iv. Tamarind d. Acetic Acid
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. i-b, ii-c, iii-d, iv-a.
The correct pairings are:
i. Lemon – b. Citric acid
Lemons contain citric acid, which gives them a sour taste and is widely used in food preservation and flavouring.
ii. Milk – c. Lactic acid
Milk contains lactic acid, which is produced during the fermentation of lactose by bacteria, contributing to the sour taste in products like yoghurt.
iii. Vinegar – d. Acetic acid
Vinegar is primarily composed of acetic acid, which gives it its characteristic sharp, sour flavour.
iv. Tamarind – a. Tartaric acid
Tamarind contains tartaric acid, responsible for its sourness.