Which of the following organic acid is present in the sting of ants and bees?

Lactic acid

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Formic acid

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Acetic acid

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Oxalic acid

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Solution

The correct option is B
Formic acid

The acid produced by ants is called formic acid. Bee venom also contains formic acid, which causes the pain from a bee sting. Neutralising a sting with bicarbonate of soda or alkali is likely to be a relief from pain.

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