Inside a Termite Nest

The video explores the intriguing and complex world of termite nests, focusing on the queen's chamber where the queen termite, attended by millions of workers, produces an astonishing number of eggs. The queen's immobility due to her large abdomen is highlighted, along with her egg-laying capacity, which can reach up to 164 million eggs in her lifetime. The role of worker termites in maintaining the nest, caring for the queen, and ensuring the survival of the colony is also discussed.

What is the termite nest described as in the introduction?

• A peaceful sanctuary

• A remarkable and fascinating place

• A chaotic environment

• A dangerous habitat

What is the primary role of the worker termites in the queen's chamber?

• To feed, groom, and care for the queen

• To explore new territories

• To protect the nest from predators

• To lay eggs

Why is the termite queen considered helpless?

• Her large abdomen makes her immobile

• She is overwhelmed by the number of workers

• She is constantly under threat

• She is too small to move

How many eggs can a high-performance termite queen produce in one day?

• Hundreds

• 50,000

• Thousands

• 30,000

What is the estimated total number of eggs a termite queen can produce in her lifetime?

• 164 million

• 100 million

• 50 million

• 10 million

What happens to the eggs after they are laid by the queen?

• They are eaten by the workers

• They are discarded

• They are left in the queen's chamber

• They are carried to cells to hatch

What do the nymphs grow up to become?

• Workers

• Explorers

• Queens

• Soldiers

What is the main task of the worker termites in the nest?

• To protect the queen

• To find new food sources

• To build and repair the nest

• To communicate with other colonies

How is the termite nest described in terms of its operation?

• It shuts down at night

• It operates seasonally

• It operates only during the day

• It never shuts down

What is the significance of the royal assembly line in the termite nest?

• It regulates the temperature of the nest

• It provides food for the colony

• It maintains the continuous production of termites

• It ensures the queen's safety