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Most of us are familiar with social ______, such as the honeybee or the bumblebee, which live in large groups, called colonies.
Most of us are familiar with social ______, such as the honeybee or the bumblebee, which live in large groups, called colonies.
bees
Worldwide, there are approximately 20,000 species of ______.
Worldwide, there are approximately 20,000 species of ______.
bee
The behaviour exhibited by the honeybee is called ______.
The behaviour exhibited by the honeybee is called ______.
eusociality
Within a colony there are different classes of ______, known as 'castes.'
Within a colony there are different classes of ______, known as 'castes.'
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Each ______ plays distinct roles.
Each ______ plays distinct roles.
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What are the three key characteristics of eusociality exhibited by honeybees?
What are the three key characteristics of eusociality exhibited by honeybees?
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What is the scientific name for the European honeybee?
What is the scientific name for the European honeybee?
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How many species of bee are there worldwide?
How many species of bee are there worldwide?
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What is the term for an insect expert?
What is the term for an insect expert?
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What is the term for bees that live alone or in smaller groups?
What is the term for bees that live alone or in smaller groups?
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Study Notes
Social Bees
- Social bees, such as honeybees and bumblebees, live in large groups called colonies.
- There are approximately 20,000 species of bees worldwide.
Eusociality
- Honeybees exhibit a behavior known as eusociality.
- Eusociality is characterized by three key characteristics:
- ( Characteristics not specified in the text)
Colony Structure
- Within a colony, there are different classes of bees, known as 'castes.'
- Each bee plays distinct roles.
Bee Experts
- An insect expert is referred to as an entomologist.
Solitary Bees
- Bees that live alone or in smaller groups are referred to as solitary bees.
European Honeybee
- The scientific name for the European honeybee is not specified in the text.
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Test your knowledge on the importance of bees in our ecosystem and learn fascinating facts about these buzzing creatures. Discover why bees are vital to our lives and the impact of their declining population. Challenge yourself with questions about different bee species, their role in pollination, and the benefits they provide to our environment. Become an expert on bees and their significance through this engaging quiz!
