Why did moist baking soda help Ashwin after an ant bite? - Vidyadip

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Why did moist baking soda help Ashwin after an ant bite?

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Answer

The ant injects formic acid during a bite. Baking soda, being a base, neutralises the acid and relieves the stinging pain.

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