{"id":85204,"date":"2025-06-01T03:07:46","date_gmt":"2025-06-01T03:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=85204"},"modified":"2025-06-01T03:07:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T03:07:46","slug":"which-one-of-the-following-naturally-occurring-acids-is-found-in-abund","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/which-one-of-the-following-naturally-occurring-acids-is-found-in-abund\/","title":{"rendered":"Which one of the following naturally occurring acids is found in abund"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Which one of the following naturally occurring acids is found in abundance in tomato ?<\/p>\n<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Acetic acid&#8221; option2=&#8221;Citric acid&#8221; option3=&#8221;Oxalic acid&#8221; option4=&#8221;Tartaric acid&#8221; correct=&#8221;option3&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"psc-box-pyq-exam-year-detail\">\n<div class=\"pyq-exam\">\n<div class=\"psc-heading\">This question was previously asked in<\/div>\n<div class=\"psc-title line-ellipsis\">UPSC CDS-1 &#8211; 2021<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pyq-exam-psc-buttons\"><a href=\"\/pyq\/pyq-upsc-cds-1-2021.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"psc-pdf-button\" rel=\"noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><a href=\"\/pyq-upsc-cds-1-2021\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"psc-attempt-button\" rel=\"noopener\">Attempt Online<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section id=\"pyq-correct-answer\">\nTomatoes contain several organic acids, including citric acid, malic acid, and oxalic acid. While citric acid is often the most abundant acid overall in tomatoes and contributes significantly to their flavour, oxalic acid is also notably present in tomatoes, distinguishing them from many other fruits in terms of acid composition that might be highlighted in specific contexts (e.g., dietary oxalate intake). Among the options provided, Oxalic acid is a naturally occurring acid found in abundance (meaning significant quantity, though perhaps not always the single most abundant) in tomatoes, along with other acids. Citric acid is also present, and often in higher concentration, but oxalic acid is a recognized constituent in tomatoes, particularly in discussions of dietary oxalates. Considering the potential ambiguity and common association, Oxalic acid is a plausible answer if the question intends to highlight a specific, notable acid present in significant amounts.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"pyq-key-points\">\nTomatoes contain several organic acids. Oxalic acid is a naturally occurring acid found in tomatoes, along with citric and malic acids.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"pyq-additional-information\">\nThe relative abundance of acids in tomatoes can vary depending on the variety, ripeness, and growing conditions. While citric acid is often considered the principal acid by weight, oxalic acid is also a significant component. Other acids like malic acid are also present. The presence of oxalic acid in tomatoes is relevant for individuals concerned about oxalate intake and kidney stones.<br \/>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which one of the following naturally occurring acids is found in abundance in tomato ? 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