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When exposed to air, apples turn brown due to oxidation. Lemon juice is rich in vitamin C, which is a natural antioxidant, and stops the oxidation process that turns apples brown when exposed to air. It also lowers the pH (making it more acidic) which is hostile to some of the common microorganisms.

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