👉 The term "tricarboxylic acid" refers to a type of organic compound that is made up of three carbon atoms and two hydrogen atoms. This compound is commonly found in natural products such as fruits, vegetables, and animal fats. The name "tricarboxylic" comes from the fact that it can be broken down into three parts: carboxyl (carbon-carbon), acyl (carbon-hydrogen), and hydroxy (hydrogen-oh).
