Calamine solution is applied on the skin when an ant bites, because the solution is ______ in nature.
A
acidic
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B
basic
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C
neutral
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D
toxic
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Solution
The correct option is B basic Effect of an acid is neutralised by a base. The sting of the ant contains formic acid which irritates the skin. Calamine solution contains a base (zinc carbonate). Thus, applying calamine neutralises the effect of the ant bite.