Lactic acid Summary

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503 words, approx. 2 pages
Lactic Acid Lactic acid is a naturally occurring hydroxy-carboxylic acid. It occurs in many acidic fermentation products, e.g., silage, sour milk, sauerkraut, and pickles, and also has numerous commer... Read more
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Lactic Acid Lactic acid, or 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid, is one of a family of organic carboxylic acids produced by biological organisms. It is found in the blood and muscles of animals, and is a constitu... Read more
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Lactic Acid Lactic acid is an organic acid typically derived from sugar through a process known asfermentation. This is a process in which microorganisms convert carbohydrates, like sugar, into alcoho... Read more
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Lactic Acid Overview Lactic acid (LAK-tik AS-id) is a colorless, odorless, syrupy liquid that occurs in two isomeric forms, D-lactic acid and L-lactic acid. Isomers are two or more forms of a chemical... Read more