Major acid present in carrot is
A. Citric
B. Oxalic
C. Malic
D. Tartaric
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
The carrot is a root vegetable, typically orange in color, native to Europe and Southwestern Asia. The carrot is a biennial plant in the umbellifer family, Apiaceae.Raw carrots are 88% water, 9% carbohydrates, 0.9% protein, 2.8% dietary fiber, 1% ash and 0.2% fat.
Major acid present in carrot is malic acid. Malic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid found in certain fruits and wines. Malic acid is sour and acidic.

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