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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.
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Why does a base applied to your skin give relief from an ant bite?
an acid called ' FORMIC ACID' is present in ant stings.... so when u apply a base to the ant sting ..it neutralizes the acid effect reducing the itching..
Is an ant sting acidic or alkaline?
An ant sting is acidic. Ants inject formic acid into their prey when they sting, causing a burning sensation.
Why does a base applied to your skin give relief from a bite?
an acid called ' FORMIC ACID' is present in ant stings.... so when u apply a base to the ant sting ..it neutralizes the acid effect reducing the itching..
What is a ant sting acid or alkali?
its acidic, well most of them are. And they use FORMIC ACID
What acid is found in an ant sting?
First of all, Ants do not bite. They sting using the needle at the back of their abdomen.Ant sting usually contain Formic Acid.
Which acid is present in bees sting?
If you are allergic to bees, then yes. But otherwise no it isn't
Do ant's put acid in you when they bite?
When some ants sting the acid they use is called formic acid.
Is a Fire ant sting acidic or alkaline?
A fire ant sting is acidic. Fire ants inject venom through their stingers, which contains formic acid that causes a painful sting.
Which acid present in honey bee sting?
formic acid
What acid is present in an ant bite?
formic acid
Is an ant sting an acid?
Yes it is because it is not alkali or neutral it has th pH of 2.
What is an irritant found naturally occurring in ant sting and bee venom?
answer is formic acid. moondance
