Question

Acid produced by ants is called _____ .
1. Formic acid
2. Folic acid
3. Nitric acid
4. Acetic acid

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Formic acid

The correct answer is Formic acid.

• Formic acid is the acid present in ants.
• Methanoic acid is commonly called formic acid.
• The chemical formula of formic acid is HCOOH.
• The word "formic" derives from the Latin word for ant, Formica.
• It is produced from methanol.
• Formic acid is used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in livestock feed.

• Ethanoic acid is commonly called acetic acid.
  • Vinegar is made up of acetic acid and water.
• Nitric acid is the acid which is known as the Spirit of Niter.
  • Nitric acid is used for the production of fertilizers such as ammonium nitrate.
• Folic acid is the acid present in vitamins and fortified foods.