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What is the acid found in stings and bites of insects?
Formic acid and methanioc acid
How does an acid help soothe and insect sting?
My educated guess is that the theory of "Likes dissolves likes", insect stings are acid bases... therefore another form of acid would neutralize the insects acid. hope this helps.
Are scorpion stings acid or alkalis?
Acid
How does the use of acid and alkali help in stings and bites?
The use of acid or alkali to treat stings or bites depends on the type of injury. Acid can help neutralize alkaline venom from some insects, while alkali can neutralize acidic venom from others. It's important to identify the type of venom before applying any treatment. In general, it's best to seek medical attention for severe stings or bites.
The name of the acid in nettle stings?
formic acid
Can you give 3 examples of neutralisation in the home?
if you put vinegar on wasp stings it will help because wasp stings have alkali in it and vinegar is a weak acid but bee stings are different they are acidic so if you put toothpaste on it it will help (try not to get bee stings mixed up with wasp stings because it will hurt even more if you put toothpaste on wasp stings or vinegar on bee stings)
Do wasps have acid in their stings?
Yes they do.
Jellyfish stings acid or alkali?
They are alkali, hence the use of vinegar to neutralize the stings.
What acid does ants have in there stings?
Formic acid, also known as methanoic acid. HCOOH.
Are jellyfish stings acid or alkali?
They are alkali, hence the use of vinegar to neutralize the stings.
What is in bee and wasp stings?
Formic acid.
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..
