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Citric acid can kill some types of bacteria if applied in high enough concentrations (usually 1-3% v/v) and left sitting on the food long enough. However, citric acid also changes the flavor of the food somewhat and a high concentration of citric acid may make the food unpalatable.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 10y agoYes, all foods have bacteria on them in some form. In general, it is pretty safe with proper handling. It is always a good preventative measure to wash your Oranges before eating them or beginning any sort of prep work with them.
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∙ 14y agoIt has been proven that citric acid has certain cleansing properties.
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∙ 14y agono it just makes it orangy
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What substance in sebum kill bacteria?
fatty acids (both saturated and unsaturated fatty acid) and lactic acid can kill bacteria.
Can acetic acid kill bacteria?
yes
Does acetic acid kill bacteria?
Yes
What is produced by the stomach to kill bacteria?
Yes, the stomach do kill bacteria. But in the presence of Hydrochloric acid (HCl). This acid can be harmful to the human body also if mucous layer lining the internal layer of the stomach and the alimentary canal is destroyed resulting in peptic ulcer.
What organ releases acid to kill bacteria in the human body?
Stomach
Where does the food get churned where hydrochloric acid digest proiten and kill bacteria?
The answer is Stomach
Why is hydrochloric acid needed in the stomach?
to kill any bacteria that enters the stomach
Can chemical reactions kill bacteria?
certain chemical reactions do kill bacteria for example when bacteria enters the body the stomach contains High concentrations of Hydrochloric acid which destroys the bacteria preventing further damage to the body.
How does stomach acid kill our bacteria?
A large portion of bacteria, though not all, can not survive in a low pH environment such as stomach acid. The bacteria dies from the corresive nature of low a low pH solution.
Why is lemon used to wash hands?
The acid of the lemon is a chemical to kill the bacteria in your hands.
Why is lemon used to wash your hands?
The acid of the lemon is a chemical to kill the bacteria in your hands.
What part of human digestive system kill bacteria present in the food?
Hydrochloric Acid
