Sweet Lemon

Industrial Lemons were the primary commercial source of citric acid before the development of fermentation-based processes.[14] As a cleaning agent The juice of the lemon may be used for cleaning. A halved lemon dipped in salt or baking powder is used to brighten copper cookware. The acid dissolves the tarnish and the abrasives assist the cleaning. As a sanitary kitchen deodorizer the juice can deodorize, remove grease, bleach stains, and disinfect; when mixed with baking soda, it removes stains from plastic food storage containers.[15] The oil of the lemon's peel also has various uses. It is used as a wood cleaner and polish, where its solvent property is employed to dissolve old wax, fingerprints, and grime. Lemon oil and orange oil are also used as a nontoxic insecticide treatment. A halved lemon is used as a finger moistener for those counting large amounts of bills, such as tellers and cashiers. Medicinal Lemon oil may be used in aromatherapy. Lemon oil aroma does not influence the human immune system,[16] but may contribute to relaxation.[17] Other One educational science experiment involves attaching electrodes to a lemon and using it as a battery to produce electricity. Although very low power, several lemon batteries can power a small digital watch.[18] These experiments also work with other fruits and vegetables. Lemon juice may be used as a simple invisible ink, developed by heat.