The Latin word formica means ant. The name formic acid is derived from this Latin word because Options: A . &nbspthis acid, in ancient times, was used to eliminate ant-hills B . &nbspthis corrosive acid is secreted by ants to drive away their enemies C . &nbspthis acid was first obtained by the distillation of ants D . &nbspants are attracted by the odour of this acid

The Latin word formica means ant. The name formic acid is derived from this Lati

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The Latin word formica means ant. The name formic acid is derived from this Latin word because

Options:

A . this acid, in ancient times, was used to eliminate ant-hills

B . this corrosive acid is secreted by ants to drive away their enemies

C . this acid was first obtained by the distillation of ants

D . ants are attracted by the odour of this acid

Answer: Option C

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