The sour taste of curd is due to the presence of which acid?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Lactic acid
When milk sets into curd, bacteria (Lactobacillus) change the milk sugar into lactic acid, which gives curd its sour taste. Citric acid is found in lemons and oranges, tartaric acid in tamarind and oxalic acid in tomatoes.