How Bees Make Honey

What is the primary role of worker bees in the hive?

• To take care of baby bees

• To produce wax

• To collect nectar from flowers

• To guard the hive

What is the purpose of the proboscis in bees?

• To collect nectar from flowers

• To communicate with other bees

• To defend against predators

• To build honeycombs

How do honeymaker bees transform nectar into honey?

• By storing it in their stomachs

• By mixing it with enzymes

• By exposing it to sunlight

• By freezing it

Why is honey less likely to spoil compared to nectar?

• It is stored in airtight containers

• It has a high water content

• It contains preservatives

• It is acidic and has low water content

What is the water content of honey compared to nectar?

• Honey is 18% water, nectar is 80%

• Honey is 10% water, nectar is 90%

• Honey is 50% water, nectar is 50%

• Honey is 80% water, nectar is 18%