Which acid is present in the ant sting?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is option (b). Methanoic acid
Explanation:
The acid present in an ant sting is methanoic acid, also known as formic acid.

It causes irritation, redness, and pain when an ant bites or stings.

This acid gets its name from "formica," the Latin word for ant.

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Acids Present in Other Common Items:

• Acetic Acid:
  Found in vinegar. It gives vinegar its sour taste and is used in cooking and cleaning.
  
• Tartaric Acid:
  Found in tamarind, grapes, and baking powder. It is used in food preparation and for giving a tangy taste.
  
• Lactic Acid:
  Found in sour milk, yogurt, and muscle tissue after exercise. It is responsible for the sour taste of dairy products and muscle fatigue.
  
• Citric Acid:
  Found in citrus fruits like lemons, oranges, and limes. It gives these fruits their characteristic tart flavor.
  
• Ascorbic Acid:
  Found in fruits like oranges, guavas, and amla (Indian gooseberry). It is also known as Vitamin C.
  
• Malic Acid:
  Found in apples and other fruits. It contributes to the sour taste of unripe apples.
  
• Oxalic Acid:
  Found in spinach, rhubarb, and other leafy vegetables. It gives a slightly bitter taste and can bind to calcium in the body.
  
• Benzoic Acid:
  Found in cranberries and is used as a food preservative.