Practice problem
Compounds — Definition & Overview
By Deena Hauze
Citric acid is the organic compound that gives lemons their sourness. Not only is it tasty, but it also has a huge biological significance in the Citric Acid Cycle.
Lemons and other citrus fruits contain citric acid.
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CHO is the chemical formula for citric acid. How many atoms of oxygen are in one molecule of citric acid?