📋 Organic Acids, Their Sources & Formulas
| Organic Acid | Natural Source | Chemical Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Acetic Acid | Vinegar | CH₃COOH |
| Citric Acid | Citrus Fruits (e.g., Lemon, Orange) | C₆H₈O₇ |
| Formic Acid | Ant Stings | HCOOH |
| Lactic Acid | Curd, Sour Milk | C₃H₆O₃ |
| Oxalic Acid | Spinach, Rhubarb | C₂H₂O₄ |
| Tartaric Acid | Tamarind, Grapes | C₄H₆O₆ |
| Malic Acid | Apples | C₄H₆O₅ |
| Ascorbic Acid | Oranges, Amla | C₆H₈O₆ |
| Butyric Acid | Butter (Rancid) | C₄H₈O₂ |
| Benzoic Acid | Berries | C₇H₆O₂ |
| Salicylic Acid | Willow Bark | C₇H₆O₃ |
| Gallic Acid | Tea Leaves | C₇H₆O₅ |
| Palmitic Acid | Palm Oil | C₁₆H₃₂O₂ |
| Stearic Acid | Animal Fat | C₁₈H₃₆O₂ |
| Linoleic Acid | Sunflower Oil | C₁₈H₃₂O₂ |
| Oleic Acid | Olive Oil | C₁₈H₃₄O₂ |
| Propionic Acid | Swiss Cheese | C₂H₅COOH |
| Valeric Acid | Valerian Root | C₄H₉COOH |
| Caproic Acid | Goat Milk | C₆H₁₂O₂ |
| Urocanic Acid | Human Skin (sweat) | C₆H₆N₂O₂ |
