The sting of the ant contains which of the following?

Citric acid

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Calcium hydroxide

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Formic acid

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Sodium hydroxide

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Solution

The correct option is C
Formic acid

The sting of an ant contains formic acid which causes irritation on the skin. Calamine solution, which contains a base, neutralises the acid effect of the ant bite when applied on the skin.

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