Malic acid,a compound used to increase the acidity of fruit-flavored products,freezes at 128°C and boils at 150°C.What is its phase at 100°C,a temperature used in food processing applications?
A)solid
B)liquid
C)gas
D)a mixture of solid and liquid
E)a mixture of liquid and gas

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Since malic acid freezes at 128°C and boils at 150°C, at 100°C it would be in a solid state because this temperature is below its freezing point.

Malic Acid,a Compound Used to Increase the Acidity of Fruit-Flavored