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The chief functions of the queen bee substance (oxodecenoic acid) secreted by the mandibular glands of the queen bee are to
Options
A Induce the larvae to develop into queens and to stimulate the drones during the queen's nupual flight
B Promote the transformation of nymphs into drones and to serve as a nutritive material for the workers
C Stimulate ovarian development and ovulation in the queen
D Inhibit ovarian development in workers and stimulate the drones during the queen's nupual flight
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Queen bee substance (9-oxo-2-decenoic acid) is a pheromone produced by the mandibular glands of the queen honey bee. Its primary functions are: (1) inhibiting ovarian development in worker bees (maintaining their sterile status), (2) attracting drones during the queen's nuptial flight for mating, and (3) signaling the queen's presence and vitality to the colony. It does not induce larvae to become queens (that is influenced by royal jelly) nor does it promote drone transformation.

Hint

This pheromone maintains social structure by suppressing worker reproduction and attracting drones for mating.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 898 of 2214
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