New species of ant explodes to defend colony

New species of ant explodes to defend colony

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explains the defense mechanisms of ants in a colony. Minor workers protect the nest by releasing a toxic substance from their bodies, sacrificing themselves in the process. If the threat persists, major workers with large heads act as a second line of defense.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the role of the massively headed insects in the colony?

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Who are the major workers in the ant colonies?

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