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Malic Acid.
Malic Acid - as a noun
An organic compound with the formula ho2cch2chohco2h; it is a dicarboxylic acid that is made by all living organisms, contributes to the pleasantly sour taste of fruits, and is used as a food additive.
Example Sentences
"Apples are known to have a high content of malic acid."
"The sour taste of green apples is due to the presence of malic acid."
"Some wines undergo a secondary fermentation process that converts malic acid to lactic acid."
"The concentration of malic acid in grape juice determines the tartness of the resulting wine."
"Caramelized sugar reacts with malic acid to create a distinctive flavor in certain desserts."
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