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6. The worker bee gathers honey and pollen and defends 

 the entire community from enemies. What various adap- 

 tations fit it for this work ? 



The Community of Bees. 7. How do the workers, drones, 

 and queen differ in general appearance ? 



8. Describe the appearance of the comb and the arrange- 

 ment and shape of the cells. Why this shape .-' How are 

 the cells closed when full of honey ? 



9. How do the cells used for rearing worker bees differ 

 from those used for rearing queens .' What is the appear- 

 ance of the larvae ? Of the pupa ? 



10. Examine and test in various ways a small piece of 

 beeswax. What are the qualities possessed by this wax 

 which make it suitable for making comb and protecting 

 the home from storms } 



Supplementary Studies of Bees 



Materials. 



For this study an observation hive of bees or opportunity 

 to visit an apiary will be helpful. If neither are practicable, 

 then look up the answers in books. There are government 

 bulletins on bee-keeping and much helpful information can 

 be obtained from large dealers in bees and bee supplies. 



Observations. 



1. How do bees protect their hives from rain and storm 

 and light ? 



2. What are honey boxes } Where are they placed in 

 the hive .? Can the honey be removed late in the fall .'' 



3. How is it safe to approach and handle bees in re- 

 moving honey and caring for them } 



4. What are their habits in entering and leaving the 

 hive ? What is the appearance of a returning loaded 

 worker bee.' 



