The accidental touch of nettle leaves creates a burning sensation, which is due to injection of ______.

Hydrochloric acid

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Methanoic acid

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Citric acid

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Sulphuric acid

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Solution

The correct option is A Methanoic acid
The accidental touch of Nettle leaves creates a pain and burning sensation, which is due to inject of methanoic acid into the skin of the person. Urtica dioica is a scientific name of the stinging nettle. The burning sensation due to acid can be treated by rubbing baking soda on the skin.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Methanoic acid.'

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