{"id":569033,"date":"2023-05-29T09:47:14","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T04:17:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/?p=569033"},"modified":"2023-06-14T16:23:33","modified_gmt":"2023-06-14T10:53:33","slug":"citric-acid-formula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/","title":{"rendered":"Citric acid Formula\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_37 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' style='display:block'><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#Formula_and_Structure_of_Citric_Acid\" title=\" Formula and Structure of Citric Acid\"> Formula and Structure of Citric Acid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#Citric_Acid_Chemical_Properties\" title=\"Citric Acid Chemical Properties\">Citric Acid Chemical Properties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#Citric_Acid_Physical_Properties\" title=\"Citric Acid Physical Properties\">Citric Acid Physical Properties<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#Solved_Examples_on_Citric_acid_Formula\" title=\"Solved Examples on Citric acid Formula\">Solved Examples on Citric acid Formula<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#Frequently_asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#What_is_the_chemical_formula_of_citric_acid\" title=\"What is the chemical formula of citric acid? \">What is the chemical formula of citric acid? <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#What_is_the_systematic_name_of_citric_acid\" title=\"What is the systematic name of citric acid?\">What is the systematic name of citric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#What_is_the_molar_mass_of_citric_acid\" title=\"What is the molar mass of citric acid?\">What is the molar mass of citric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#What_is_the_structure_of_citric_acid\" title=\"What is the structure of citric acid?\">What is the structure of citric acid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/citric-acid-formula\/#What_are_the_uses_of_citric_acid\" title=\"What are the uses of citric acid?\">What are the uses of citric acid?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Citric acid is a versatile organic compound widely used in various industries and applications. Its chemical formula is C<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, indicating that it contains six carbon (C) atoms, eight hydrogen (H) atoms, and seven oxygen (O) atoms. In this note, we will explore the formula and structure of citric acid, as well as its chemical and physical properties.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<h2> Formula and Structure of Citric Acid<\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The formula C<sub>6<\/sub>H<sub>8<\/sub>O<sub>7<\/sub><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> represents citric acid, a weak organic acid. It belongs to the carboxylic acid family. The structure of citric acid consists of a cyclic structure known as a tricarboxylic acid. It contains three carboxylic acid functional groups (COOH), which contribute to its acidity. The cyclic structure provides citric acid with its distinct properties and functionality.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-569085\" src=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.47.05-300x146.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.47.05-300x146.png?v=1685333830 300w, https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Screenshot-2023-05-29-at-09.47.05.png?v=1685333830 676w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Citric_Acid_Chemical_Properties\"><\/span>Citric Acid Chemical Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Acidity:<\/strong> Citric acid is a weak acid, meaning it partially dissociates in water to release hydrogen ions (H<sup>+<\/sup>). The presence of three carboxylic acid groups contributes to its acidity. Citric acid is commonly used as a flavoring and acidifying agent in food and beverages due to its sour taste.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Chelating Agent:<\/strong> Citric acid acts as an effective chelating agent. It forms complexes with metal ions, such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. This property makes it useful in various applications, including food preservation, cleaning agents, and the pharmaceutical industry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Buffering Capacity:<\/strong> Citric acid has buffering capacity, which means it can resist changes in pH when small amounts of acid or base are added. This property makes it valuable in pharmaceutical formulations and the preparation of certain food and beverage products.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Redox Reactions:<\/strong> Citric acid can participate in redox reactions, acting as both an oxidizing agent and a reducing agent. It can donate or accept electrons, depending on the reaction conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Citric_Acid_Physical_Properties\"><\/span>Citric Acid Physical Properties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Appearance:<\/strong> Citric acid occurs as a white crystalline powder or granules. It has a tart taste and is soluble in water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Melting Point:<\/strong> The melting point of citric acid is approximately 153-154 degrees Celsius (307-309 degrees Fahrenheit). Upon heating, it can undergo thermal decomposition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Solubility:<\/strong> Citric acid is highly soluble in water. The solubility increases with temperature. It is also soluble in ethanol but less soluble in nonpolar solvents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Hygroscopicity:<\/strong> Citric acid exhibits hygroscopic properties, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the surrounding environment. This property can lead to clumping or caking of the powder in humid conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong> Stability:<\/strong> Citric acid is relatively stable under normal conditions. However, it may undergo degradation when exposed to high temperatures, light, or prolonged storage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"table-responsive\">\n<table class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\"><strong>Also Check<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/acetone-formula\/\"><strong>Acetone formula<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/nitric-acid-formula\/\"><strong>Nitric acid formula<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/benzene-formula\/\"><strong>Benzene formula<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/infinitylearn.com\/surge\/calcium-carbonate-formula\/\"><strong>Calcium carbonate formula<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solved_Examples_on_Citric_acid_Formula\"><\/span>Solved Examples on Citric acid Formula<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Example 1: Calculate the molar mass of citric acid (C<sub>6<\/sub>H<sub>8<\/sub>O<sub>7<\/sub>). <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To calculate the molar mass of citric acid, we need to determine the atomic masses of each element present and multiply them by their respective subscripts in the formula.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Atomic mass of carbon (C) = 12.01 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Atomic mass of hydrogen (H) = 1.01 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Atomic mass of oxygen (O) = 16.00 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar mass of C<sub>6<\/sub>H<sub>8<\/sub>O<sub>7<\/sub><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> = (6 * atomic mass of C) + (8 * atomic mass of H) + (7 * atomic mass of O)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">= (6 * 12.01 g\/mol) + (8 * 1.01 g\/mol) + (7 * 16.00 g\/mol)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">= 72.06 g\/mol + 8.08 g\/mol + 112.00 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">= 192.14 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Therefore, the molar mass of citric acid (C<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">) is 192.14 g\/mol.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Example 2: How many moles of citric acid are present in 250 grams of <span data-contrast=\"auto\">C<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7<\/span><\/sub>? <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To determine the number of moles of citric acid, we need to divide the given mass by the molar mass of C<sub>6<\/sub>H<sub>8<\/sub>O<sub>7<\/sub><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Molar mass of C<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">= 192.14 g\/mol (calculated in Example 1)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Number of moles = Mass (g) \/ Molar mass (g\/mol)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">= 250 g \/ 192.14 g\/mol<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2248 1.30 mol (rounded to two decimal places)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Therefore, there are approximately 1.30 moles of citric acid in 250 grams of C<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">O<\/span><sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7<\/span><\/sub><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_chemical_formula_of_citric_acid\"><\/span>What is the chemical formula of citric acid? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe chemical formula of citric acid is C6H8O7. It indicates that each molecule of citric acid contains six carbon C atoms, eight hydrogen H atoms, and seven oxygen O atoms. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_systematic_name_of_citric_acid\"><\/span>What is the systematic name of citric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe systematic name of citric acid is 2 hydroxypropane 1,2,3 tricarboxylic acid. It is named based on its chemical structure, indicating the presence of hydroxy, carboxylic acid, and propane functional groups. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_molar_mass_of_citric_acid\"><\/span>What is the molar mass of citric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe molar mass of citric acid is approximately 192.14 grams per mole g\/mol. It is calculated by adding up the atomic masses of the constituent elements according to their respective subscripts in the formula. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_structure_of_citric_acid\"><\/span>What is the structure of citric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCitric acid has a cyclic structure known as a tricarboxylic acid. It contains three carboxylic acid functional groups COOH attached to a central carbon atom, along with hydroxyl OH groups. The cyclic structure plays a crucial role in its chemical properties and reactivity. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card \">\n\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_uses_of_citric_acid\"><\/span>What are the uses of citric acid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCitric acid has various applications in industries and daily life. It is commonly used as a food and beverage additive, acting as a flavoring agent, acidulant, and preservative. Citric acid is also employed in the pharmaceutical industry, cleaning products, cosmetics, and as a chelating agent in certain processes. Additionally, it serves as a pH buffer and plays a role in the citric acid cycle, a vital metabolic pathway in organisms.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What is the chemical formula of citric acid? \",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"The chemical formula of citric acid is C6H8O7. 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