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Question
While playing in a park, a child was stung by a wasp. Some elders suggested applying a paste of baking soda and others lemon juice as a remedy. Which remedy do you think is appropriate and why?
Solution
Wasp sting injects a liquid into the skin which is acidic in nature. Hence baking soda is applied as it is basic in nature and neutralises the acid.
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