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Which of the following is an inorganic acid used as a food acidulant?
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Fruit Processing Technology
- Food Acidulants:
- Acidulants are added to foods to provide sharp tartness, regulate pH, enhance antioxidant stability, and prevent microbial growth.
- Phosphoric Acid ($\text{H}_3\text{PO}_4$): The only inorganic (mineral) acid approved and widely utilized in the food industry. It is used extensively in dark cola beverages, delivering a sharp, clean astringency and inhibiting bacterial growth at low pH.
- Organic Acidulants: Fumaric acid, succinic acid, acetic acid, malic acid, and citric acid are all organic carboxylic acids.
- Correct Option: Option 2 (Phosphoric acid).
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