Question

Sushweta got bitten by an ant and started feeling a burning sensation. She immediately rushed to the kitchen to find something that can reduce the burning sensation. Which of the following(s) could be used by her?

• A. Baking Soda
• B. Lemon
• C. Common Salt
• D. Limestone

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

The correct options are
A

Baking Soda

D

Limestone

An ant’s sting produces burning sensation because of the formic acid present in the sting. The burning can be reduced by adding a base to the affected area and making it neutral. Hence, she can use either baking soda or limestone.