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Citric Acid  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A key intermediate in metabolism. It is an acid compound found in citrus fruits. The salts of citric acid (citrates) can be used as anticoagulants due to their calcium chelating ability.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • 2968PHW8QP
  • 77-92-9 (Citric Acid)
  • XF417D3PSL

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-S63S97XV-2

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