Bee sting leaves an acid which causes pain and irritation. The acid released is
- A. tartaric acid
- B. citric acid
- C. ethanoic acid
- D. methanoic acid ✓
Correct Answer: D. methanoic acid
Explanation
A bee sting injects methanoic acid (also commonly known as formic acid) into the skin, which causes pain and irritation.
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