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JAMB Biology 2002 Question 24

Question 24

Behaviour

A feature of the caste systems of bees and termites is that

  1. A.the workers are sterile
  2. B.the kings are bigger than the queens
  3. C.only the workers perform duties
  4. D.nuptial flight is performed by all members
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (the workers are sterile)

Explanation

In both bees and termites the workers cannot reproduce. Only the queen (and the drones or king) breed.