State whether the following statements are true or false. Correct the false statements.
Calamine can be used to treat ant stings.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Ant sting consists of formic acid.
When an ant bites, it injects the formic acid. It causes a burning sensation.
Calamine is a basic substance. It neutralizes the effect of the formic acid.
Therefore, calamine can be used to treat ant stings.
Hence the given statement is true.

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State whether the following statements are true or false. Correct the false statements. Calamine can be used to treat ant stings.

State whether the following statements are true or false. Correct the false statements.
Calamine can be used to treat ant stings.