Honey bee stings and ant bites can be _________ using alkaline medicine such as baking powder.

Acidifies

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Neutralize

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Prevented

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Neutralize
The venom of honey bee and ant bites are acidic in nature. So, it's effects can be neutralised by bicarbonate of soda such a baking soda or an alkali (basic in nature).

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