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The acid responsible for the sour taste of crapefruit lemons and oranges is?
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citric acid
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What acid responsible for the sour taste of grapefruit lemons and oranges is?
lemon & oranges are acidic in nature b/c when they dissolve in water they give hydrogen ion
Which acid gives oranges and lemons their sharp taste?
hydrolic acid No such thing as hydrolic acid.
Is there a fruit made up of lemon and lime?
No. Limes are green. Lemons are yellow. Each have a different taste.
The cells responsible for the sense of taste are the?
Gustatory cells
Why do oranges taste sour?
Taste buds contain the receptors for taste. They are located around the small structures on the upper surface of the tongue, soft palate, upper esophagus, the cheek, epiglottis, which are called papillae.These structures are involved in detecting the five (known) elements of taste perception: salty, sour, bitter, sweet, and umami. Researchers say people may have a “sixth” taste for fatty foods.Dill pickles have a sour taste due to the slight acid called vinegar. Vinegar is a liquid consisting of about 5-20% acetic acid. Citrus fruits like lemons have citric acid in them. The pH of citric acid is 2.2. The pH of vinegar is between 3-4.To add to the confusion, research says that the taste we call sour is not due to the hydrogen ions but the anion it is with. Vinegars' anion is CH3COO- and citric acids' anion is C6H7O7-
What acid responsible for the sour taste of grapefruit lemons and oranges is?
lemon & oranges are acidic in nature b/c when they dissolve in water they give hydrogen ion
Why do lemons taste sharper than oranges?
because lemons has got more acid an an orange
The tart taste in oranges grapefruits and lemons is a result of?
citric acid
Why do oranges lemons and lime taste Sharp?
Citric Acid. That's why they are called Citrus fruits.
Which acid gives oranges and lemons their sharp taste?
hydrolic acid No such thing as hydrolic acid.
What fruit make good preserves?
Anything with vitamin C. Oranges and lemons are good. Strawberries and cranberries taste nice.
What Foods Are Sour?
Some foods that are sour are lemons, grapes, and tamarind. Some types of oranges and some melon can also have a sour taste to them.
What do lemons taste like?
like lemons stupid
Does lemons affect the sense of taste?
do lemons affect the sense of taste well i think yes because chris brown can squeeze my lemons all he want
Are oranges veggies?
no. Veggies taste more disgusting. Oranges taste quite nice.
What is the present tense The oranges this season taste sour?
The oranges this season taste sour.
How are lemons compared to any other fruit or vegetables?
Lemons are the awesomest out of fruits and vegetables. They smell way better than oranges and look better than strawberries. (IN YOUR FACE!!) Lemons taste very good in juices as well as eating them normal. But sadly, Lemons are becoming extinct. Too many out of season Lemon hunting is occuring. HELP SAVE LEMONS! JUST CAll 911 and tell them your emergency! LOL!! :)
