Impact of Fungicides on Bees

What is the main concern regarding the use of chemicals on plants?

• They might harm pollinators like bees.

• They improve soil quality.

• They enhance plant growth.

• They increase the number of bee species.

How do fungi benefit bee larvae in their nests?

• By providing additional nutrients.

• By preserving the pollen provisions.

• By increasing the temperature of the nest.

• By repelling predators.

What was the main finding of Shawn Steffan's experiment with bumble bee colonies?

• Fungicides improve the health of bee larvae.

• Fungicides increase the number of bees in a colony.

• Fungicides on flowers can lead to colony declines.

• Fungicides have no effect on bee colonies.

What is the primary pathway through which fungicides affect bees?

• They reduce the availability of flowers.

• They affect the bee larvae through the pollen.

• They increase the number of predators.

• They harm adult bees directly.

What is suggested to minimize the harmful effects of fungicides on bees?

• Spray fungicides during bloom.

• Avoid using fungicides altogether.

• Spray fungicides before or after bloom.

• Increase the dosage of fungicides.