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Which of the following acids are produced by microorganisms such as fungus and mold?

Which of the following acids are produced by microorganisms such as fungus and mold? Correct Answer Oxalic acid, lactic acid, acetic acid, and citric acid

Macroorganisms such as fungus and mold are also capable of influencing corrosion of metals in many environments. They assimilate organic matter and can produce considerable amounts of acids such as oxalic acid, lactic acid, acetic acid, and citric acid.

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