Touching the hair of nettle leaves injects _________ that causes burning pain and irritation on skin.

methanoic acid

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nitric acid

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lactic acid

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acetic acid

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Solution

The correct option is A methanoic acid
Accidental touch of Nettle leaves creates a pain and burning sensation due to the injection of methanoic acid into the skin.

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