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Why are dot leaves used on nettle stings?
A stinging nettle is full of Acid and the sting from the nettle is the Acid in or on your skin. A "Dock" leaf as its called has Alkaline inside so as Science dictates Alkaline neutralises acid. Hope this answers your question for you.
Which plants that sting you should be avoided in the wild?
Plants like stinging nettle, poison ivy, and poison oak should be avoided in the wild as they can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
What is the best treatment for nettle stings?
Stinging NettleA Stinging Nettle is an alkali so you should Use a dock leaf, it grows next to a stinging nettle. Just rub it on the place you got stung. :)
Do nettles sting if you hold your breath?
No, holding your breath will not prevent stinging nettles from causing discomfort. Nettles sting due to tiny hairs on their leaves which contain irritating chemicals. The best way to avoid stings is to wear protective clothing when handling nettles.
Eurasian plant with dead in name?
Deadnettle is a Eurasian plant with "dead" in its name. It is a member of the mint family and is known for its purple or white flowers and nettle-like leaves, although it does not sting like true nettles.
If a wasp landed on a nettle will the wasp sting the nettle or the nettle sting the wasp?
Probably neither. The stinging hairs on the nettle would not be strong enough to penetrate the wasp's exoskeleton, and the wasp would have no reason to sting the nettle.
What is another name for sting?
Nettles (Stinging nettle) or Common nettle
What is the pH of a stinging nettle?
The PH of a nettle sting is about the same as a bee sting both are acidic so a nettle sting should have a PH of 5 or 5.5
Is a stinging nettle sting acid?
Formic acid, also known as methanoic acid, but that is not the only active ingredient. Nettle sting also contains seratonin and histamine. There are also traces of oxalic acid and tartaric acid.
How do you treat stinging nettles sting?
Stinging NettleA Stinging Nettle is an alkali so you should Use a dock leaf, it grows next to a stinging nettle. Just rub it on the place you got stung. :)
Is a nettle sting an acid or a alkali?
a nettle sting is acid but a doc leaf is alkali which is why it neutralises it
Why are dot leaves used on nettle stings?
A stinging nettle is full of Acid and the sting from the nettle is the Acid in or on your skin. A "Dock" leaf as its called has Alkaline inside so as Science dictates Alkaline neutralises acid. Hope this answers your question for you.
Do stinging nettles still sting after they have been picked?
Yes, stinging nettles can still sting after being picked. The stinging sensation comes from tiny, hollow hairs on the plant that release irritants when disturbed. If the leaves are damaged or crushed, these hairs can still release their contents, causing a sting. However, once the nettles are dried or cooked, the sting is neutralized.
Where are stinging nettlefish found?
Stinging nettle fish are found in the sea or ocean near beaches, usually around rocky or sandy areas. Their sting can be quite painful but not usually lethal.
What looks like ground ivy and stings?
The plant you're describing could be "stinging nettle" (Urtica dioica). While it may not resemble ground ivy (Glechoma hederacea) closely, it can sometimes be found in similar habitats. Stinging nettle has tiny, hair-like structures that inject a painful sting when touched. If you encounter a plant that looks like ground ivy but causes a sting, it's likely a form of nettle or a similar species.
What is the present progressive tense of sting?
I am stinging. You are stinging. He/she/it is stinging. We are stinging. They are stinging. (Of course, normally only the 3rd person, it or they, would be used with sting.)
The word cnidarian mean stinging cells why is this a good name for this group?
This is a good name for this group because i consists of jellyfish that use their stinger for defense.
