Q453
The acid present in red ants is
A.
Acetic acid
B.
Butyric acid
C.
Caproic acid
D.
Formic acid
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Formic acid, systematically named methanoic acid, is the simplest carboxylic acid, and has the chemical formula HCOOH. It is an important intermediate in chemical synthesis and occurs naturally, most notably in some ants.