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Citric Acid: Commonly found in citrus fruits (lemons, limes, oranges.
Acetic Acid: The main component of vinegar.
Lactic Acid: Produced during the fermentation of dairy products (yogurt, cheese).
Tartaric Acid: Grapes, used in baking powder and cream of tartar.
Ascorbic Acid: (Source of Vitamin C) Fruits and vegetables are used as a vitamin supplement and antioxidants.
Butyric acid: Rancid butter
Maleic acid: Apples
Stearic acid: Fats
Oxalic acid: Tomato, wood sorrel
Carbonic acid: Soda water

Here are some key uses of acids in food: