Citric Acid By Cali Gadd
C6H8O7
All About Citric Acid
You can use citric acid for canning, flavoring, cleaning, and even photography development.
Physical/Chemical Properties
The melting point is 307.4 degrees Fahrenheit. The molecular weight is 192.12352. The physical state of citric acid is crystalline powder.
Pictures and examples
Chemical structure
Lemons
Citric acid is in lemons.
Experiment
This is done by mixing citric acid, food coloring, and soap.
Fun Facts
Citric acid is odorless. There is no vitamin C in it. Citric acid is responsible for the tart and sour taste in lemons. It is also responsible for the tangy flavor in soda.