Question

(a) Why is it wrong to treat a bee sting with vinegar?
(b) Why is it wrong to treat a wasp sting with baking soda solution?

Answer 1

Answer:

1. It's tempting to conclude that the reason vinegar helps is that, as an acid, it neutralises an alkaline sting. The pH of bee venom is 5.0-5.5, but the acidity of the venom is not what makes the sting hurt, so adding alkali won't kill the pain.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Answer:

It's tempting to conclude that the reason vinegar helps is that, as an acid, it neutralises an alkaline sting. The pH of bee venom is 5.0-5.5, but the acidity of the venom is not what makes the sting hurt, so adding alkali won't kill the pain.