MHT CET202620 April 2026Morning ShiftChemistryBiomoleculesActual
Identify a natural source of ascorbic acid from following.
Options
- AClove
- BWintergreen
- CCitrus fruits
- DCinnamon
Correct answer
C. Citrus fruits
Step-by-step solution
Ascorbic acid is commonly known as Vitamin C. Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are rich natural sources of ascorbic acid. Clove is a source of eugenol, wintergreen is a source of methyl salicylate, and cinnamon is a source of cinnamaldehyde.