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An ant bite is acidic in nature. Which acid is present in ant bites?
Question

An ant bite is acidic in nature. Which acid is present in ant bites?

A.

Lactic acid

B.

Oxalic acid

C.

Formic acid

D.

Acetic acid

Correct option is C

The correct answer is option (c) Formic acid

  1.  Formic Acid (HCOOH)
  2.  Simplest carboxylic acid.
  3.  Found in ant venom, bee stings, and nettles.
  4.  Used in textile, leather, and preservative industries.

Information Booster :-

  • Lactic acid :- Commonly found in sour milk and during muscle activity.
  • Oxalic acid :- Found in plants like spinach and rhubarb.
  • Acetic acid :- Main component of vinegar

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