Why is it advised to rub baking soda at the body area bitten by an ant?

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Solution

Ant bite releases methanoic acid which causes a painful sensation. Baking soda is basic in nature. When it is rubbed at the bitten part of the body, it neutralises the acid and relieves pain.

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