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