Honeybee Biology
What are the three types of bees in a hive?
Queen, Worker, Drone
What is the name of the most common commercial hive?
Langstroth hive
What is the most common use of medicinal honey throughout history?
Wound Healing
Name two ways of honey adulteration
Adding sugar syrups, blending with cheap honeys,
What sweet substance do bees make from nectar?
Honey
What is the nickname of the queen bee?
Flying Ovaries
What is the percentage of the commercial beekeepers in the US?
0.5 - 1 %
What are the two biological activities of honey?
Antimicrobial and antioxidant
What is the main reason for the runny honey?
Premature harvesting, high moisture
What product is used to make candles and cosmetics?
Beeswax
How do bees communicate the location of flowers?
Waggle Dance
What gear do beekeepers wear for protection? (2)
Bee Suit, Gloves
What does BAL stand for?
Biological Activity Level
What happens when beekeepers harvest honey before it is sealed?
Spoilage due to high moisture
Name two usage of royal jelly in the hive
What is the lifespan of a winter worker bee?
6 months
What tool helps calm bees during inspections?
Smoker
Name three medicinal honeys from different countries
Manuka, Chestnut, Spotted Lanternfly, Tualang, Sidr, Jarrah, Mad, Ulmo
Name two lab tests can help detect honey fraud.
Pollen analysis, physicochemical analysis, Sugar analysis
What is the bee glue used to fill cracks and crevices in the hive?
Propolis
What organ do bees use to detect smell?
Antennae and legs
In which cell types honeybees store more honey?
Drone cells
How does the honey sterilized for medical use?
Gamma Irradiation
What Netflix documentary covers global honey fraud?
Rotten - First Episode
Bee Bread or Perga, fermented pollen