Question

What does bee sting contain?

Answer 1

Acid in bee sting:

• The acid that is present in bee stings is formic acid which has a molecular formula as $\mathrm{HCOOH}$.
• Formic acid is the simplest carboxylic acid named methanoic acid systematically.
• The pH of bee stings ranges from $4.5-5.5$, that is slightly acidic in nature.

Effect of a bee sting:

• It causes temporary pain/irritation at the site of the sting.
• It can also lead to an allergic reaction.