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THE IIONEY-MAKERS. 
The form of the cells, and the manner in which 
the sides fit each other, are exhibited in the fol- 
lowing cut. 
The more we consider the shape of the cells, 
the more are we lost in wonder. Some have en- 
deavored to account for it b) r supposing that the 
construction is determined by the form of the 
delicate instruments with which the bee performs 
her labors, thus giving to the insect no merit of 
ingenious contrivance. But even if this were so, 
would it not show equally well the kind care of 
the Creator in giving to her tools of such shape 
