Biology
Grade-7
Easy

Question

_______________ is used as antimicrobial agent by honeybees.

  1. Pollen
  2. Nectar
  3. Propolis
  4. Honey

hintHint:

A waxy material formed by mixture of nectar with the resins of trees

The correct answer is: Propolis


    • Propolis is a waxy material that is formed by honey bees by mixing resins collected from trees with ectar
    • The propolis is used by honey bees to protect the hives from damages or cracks
    • The propolis helps to maintain the temperature and humidity of the hives
    • It acts like an antimicrobial agent to protect the hives from bacterial loads

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