Question

Why is calamine solutions applied on the skin when an ant bites.​

Answer 1

Calamine solution is applied on the skin when an ant bites. When an ant bites, it injects formic acid into the skin. Calamine solution contains zinc carbonate which is basic in nature.

Answer 2

Answer:

It is applied because it lowers the pain caused by bite of ant

Explanation:

When the ants bite on our skin they release methanoice acid or formic acid which causes pain and burns . The calamine is a base . When the acid is treated with base the reaction produces salt and water which lowers the pain caused by ant bite and provides relief.