Chemistrymedium · Past Paper
The sharp pain of an ant bite is neutralized by rubbing:
ALemon juice
BVinegar
CBaking soda paste
DSalt water
✓ Correct Answer: C — Baking soda paste
Ant stings contain methanoic acid; a mild base like baking soda (NaHCO3) can neutralize it.
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