Q
The Latin word formica means ant. The name formic acid is derived from this Latin word because__________?
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A
A. This acid, in ancient times, was used to eliminate ant-hills
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B
B. This corrosive acid is secreted by ants to drive away their enemies
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C
C. This acid was first obtained by the distillation of ants
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D
D. Ants are attracted by the odour of this acid
Correct Answer:
C. C. This acid was first obtained by the distillation of ants
