Tony gets stung by an ant. He applies baking soda, a weak base, to the site. What acid is Tony neutralizing with the baking soda?
Answer
A
citric acid
B
acetic acid
C
formic acid
D
hydrochloric acid
Explanation
Ant venom contains formic acid. Baking soda is a weak base, so it can neutralize the acid at the sting site. Therefore, Tony is neutralizing formic acid.
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