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When an ant bites, it injects acidic liquid (formic acid) into the skin. What among the following should be applied to the skin to neutralise it? -

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Question

When an ant bites, it injects acidic liquid (formic acid) into the skin. What among the following should be applied to the skin to neutralise it?

Options

  • Bleaching powder 

  • Moist baking soda 

  • Tomato pulp 

  • Lime juice

MCQ

Solution

Moist baking soda

Explanation:

An ant injects formic acid into the skin when it bites. Applying moist baking soda will counteract the effects of acid.

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