A first-aid manual suggests that vinegar should be used to treat wasp stings and baking soda for bee stings. What does this information tell you about the chemical nature of: (a) Wasp stings ? (b) Bee stings?
ChemistryClass 10ICSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
- Wasp sting is It injects alkaline liquid to the skin of the person and causes pain and itching sensation. By rubbing vinegar the person will get rid of pain and itching.
- Bee sting is It injects acidic liquid to the skin of a person and severe pain and irritation persists. Baking soda is a base used to treat the bee sting which neutralizes the acid