Acids and base and found in

Name of acid Found in
Acetic acid Vinegar
Formic acid Ant’s sting
Citric acid Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, etc.
Lactic acid Curd
Oxalic acid Spinach
Ascorbic acid Amla, Citrus fruits (Vitamin C)
Tartaric acid Tamarind, grapes, unripe mangoes, etc.
All the acids mentioned above occur in nature


Name of base Found in
Calcium hydroxide Lime water
Ammonium hydroxide Window cleaner
Sodium hydroxide/ Soap
Potassium hydroxide
Magnesium hydroxide Milk of magnesia

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