Question
Biology Question on respiration in plants
How many carbon atoms present in n mole of citric acid?
A
3n
B
6n
C
2n
D
4n
Answer
6n
Explanation
Solution
The molecular formula of citric acid is C₆H₈O₇, indicating that it contains 6 carbon atoms.
If we have n moles of citric acid, then the number of carbon atoms present would be:
Number of carbon atoms = 6 x n
So, the correct answer is: 6n