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Citric acid

physical science Maturity 5-7

Some fruits are very sour.

Citrus fruits.jpg
Citrus fruits.jpg
Lemons and limes have this sourness. It helps make food taste good. It also helps keep food fresh. We use it in many treats. Do you like sour candy?
Lemon pepper preparation.jpg
Lemon pepper preparation.jpg

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Citrus fruits.jpg
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Citric acid crystal structure.png
File:Lemon pepper preparation.jpg
Lemon pepper preparation.jpg
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