organic acids are important factor for development of the fruit
flavour. They have been quoted for their antioxidant properties (Pande and Akoh, 2010). Maturity
is generally accompanied by changes in acid contents principally, malic and citric acids. Organic
acids in fruits possess acidic properties due to the presence of their carboxyl (COOH) group(s).
Apart from their role in cell metabolism (i.e., as components of the tricarboxylic acid cycle or in
photosynthesis), organic acids significantly contribute to the flavor and aroma of fresh fruit (Kays,
1991). Although most organic acids within fruits are present only in trace amounts, some occur in
much larger concentrations.