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1. Treatment of Poison Ivy Rash A compound found in poison ivy and poison oak th

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Question

1. Treatment of Poison Ivy Rash A compound found in poison ivy and poison oak that produces the characteristic itchy rash is shown below. The pKa of this molecule is -8. mhe dissociable protons are shown in red) OH (CH2)n-- CH If you were exposed to poison ivy, which of the treatments below would you apply to the affected area? Explain your choice. A) Wash the area with cold water B) Wash the area with dilute vinegar or lemon juice C) Wash the area with soap and water D) Wash the area with soap, water, and baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)

Explanation / Answer

When ive poison touch with skin, you will observe rashes on the skin.

The treatment for the affected are is Wash area with soap and water

The correct option is C