What Do Ants Inject When They Bite? UPSC Prelims PYQ 1999
When ants bite, they inject:
- Glacial acetic acid
- Methanol
- Formic acid
- Stearic acid
Explanation
Option (c) is correct
- When ants bite or sting, they release formic acid, which causes irritation and a burning sensation. The name “formic” is derived from the Latin word formica, meaning ant.
Answer: (c) Formic acid
