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The day was chosen as a tribute to which Slovenian who in the 18th century pioneered modern beekeeping techniques.

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How many pairs of wings and eyes do honey bees have?

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What is the name given to the dance that bees perform to communicate the location of food sources?

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To an apiarist, what is ‘Propolis’ as regards the hive of a bee?

Answer : It is a substance used in construction of the bee hive and also for preserving honey and other perishables.

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What critical function does enzyme Invertase perform after the nectar is collected by the bee?

Answer : It changes sucrose into equal parts glucose and fructose. It’s the beginning of the production of honey.

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Of the three types of bees in the hive, what is the name given to the male bees which do not have a stringer?