Question : Sour taste of "Coca cola" is due to the presence of
Option 1: Acetic acid
Option 2: Phosphoric acid
Option 3: Hydrochloric acid
Option 4: Formic acid
Correct Answer: Phosphoric acid
Solution : The correct answer is Phosphoric Acid.
Sour taste of coca cola is due to presence of phosphoric acid in it. Food grade phosphoric acid in an additive which gives acidic taste to the food and beverages and acts as a stabiliser and antioxidant. It increases its shelf life and prevents the growth f any mold or bacteria. It is also used for pH control in cheese products, fats etc.
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Question : The acid used in lead storage cells is:
Option 1: Phosphoric acid
Option 2: Hydrochloric acid
Option 3: Nitric acid
Option 4: Sulphuric acid
Question : Which acid makes the atmosphere of Venus have thick white and yellowish clouds?
Option 1: Sulphuric acid
Option 2: Nitric acid
Option 3: Acetic acid
Option 4: Hydrochloric acid
Question : In what ratio must 25% hydrochloric acid be mixed with 60% hydrochloric acid to get a mixture of 40% hydrochloric acid?
Option 1: 5 : 12
Option 2: 4 : 3
Option 3: 3 : 4
Option 4: 12 : 5
Question : Which of the following liquids can dissolve noble metals such as Gold and Platinum?
Option 1: Formic acid
Option 2: Aqua regia
Option 4: Chloroform
Question : Vinegar made by fermentation from cane sugar contains:
Option 1: Palmitic acid
Option 2: Lactic acid
Option 3: Citric acid
Option 4: Acetic acid
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