What is carbonic acid?
Carbonic acid is a type of weak acid. (1)
Carbonic acid has been show to stimulate the same nerve receptors in the mouth as mustard. (1)
This triggers a burning, prickly sensation that can be both irritating and enjoyable. (1)
What does carbonic acid taste like?
slightly tart flavor (2)
What contains carbonic acid?
carbonated water (2)
What is the pH of carbonic acid?
between 5 and 6 (2)
Resources
1. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/carbonated-water-good-or-bad#acidity
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbonated_water
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