The acid present in red ants is :

H C O O H

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C_{6} H_{5} C O O H

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C H_{3} C O O H

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C H_{3} C O O N a

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Solution

The correct option is A $H C O O H$
Formic acid is found in the bodies of real ants.

This acid is produced as a defensive mechanism for the ants.

Option A is correct.

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