Question

While playing in a park,a child was stung by a wasp. Some people suggested applying the paste of baking soda while others suggested of lemon juice as remedy. Which remedy do you think appropriate and why?

Answer 1

Answer:

Neither

Explanation:

this is because wasp sting contains a basic substance that causes burning sensation in the skin. Vinegar being a mild acid will neutralise the effects of the wasp sting but since vinegar is not available then lemon juice can also be use

Answer 2

Answer:paste of baking soda

Explanation: When a wasp bites it injects formic acid which causes irritation, baking soda is a base and will neutralize the acid injected by the wasp.

The lemon juice is an acid and will not neutralize the formic acid.