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Among the following organic acids, the acid present in rancid butter is :

A

Pyruvic acid

B

Lactic acid

C

Butyric acid

D

Acetic acid

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The correct Answer is:
C
Butyric acid also known as butanoic acid is found in milk, and butter and is a product of anacrobic fermentation. It has an unpleasant smell and acrid taste.
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