Which acid is present in ant sting?

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A Formic acid
B Nitric acid
C Citric acid
D None of the above

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Answer: A. Formic acid

An ant's sting contains formic acid (methanoic acid). It causes pain and burning. Rubbing a mild base like baking soda on the sting neutralises the acid and gives relief.

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