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Fumaric Acid

Fumaric acid is a colorless crystalline organic acid, derived from the metabolism of certain plants and used in various industries. It has a sour taste and is commonly used as a food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient, and chemical intermediate.

Definitions:

1. Noun: A chemical compound with the formula C4H4O4, occurring naturally in fruits and mushrooms, and used as a food acidulant and in the production of resins and plastics.

2. Adjective: Pertaining to or derived from fumaric acid.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

• The presence of fumaric acid makes rhubarb taste sour.
• In the food industry, fumaric acid is used as an additive to enhance the tartness of certain candies and beverages.
• Researchers have discovered high levels of fumaric acid in certain types of mushrooms.

Adjective:

• The fumaric acid content in the wine gives it a distinct tangy flavor.
• Chemists are studying the potential applications of fumaric acid derivatives in various polymer-based materials.
• During the experiment, the team analyzed the fumaric acid profile in different fruits.

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