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Why do we add phosphoric acid to carbonated beverages ?

Phosphoric acid is added to the soft drink as an acidifying agent to give sharpness to the taste of beverages. It also reduces the growth of bacteria in the beverage.

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Phosphoric acid is deliberately added to soft drinks to give them a sharper flavor. It also slows the growth of molds and bacteria, which would otherwise multiply rapidly in the sugary solution.

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