Question

Calamine solution is applied on the skin when an ant bites. why?

Answer 1

Calamine solution contains zinc carbonate which is a base. Calamine solution neutralise the effect of acid of ant bite when applied on the skin. ... So here, when an ant bites it injects formic acid into your skin and this acid reacts with your skin and causes pain.

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