Termites are a group of eusocial insects that‚ until recently‚ were classified at the taxonomic rank of order Isoptera (see taxonomy below)‚ but are now accepted as the epifamily Termitoidae‚ of the cockroach order Blattodea. While termites are commonly known‚ especially in Australia‚ as "white ants‚" they are only distantly related to the ants. Like ants‚ some bees‚ and wasps—which are all placed in the separate order Hymenoptera—termites divide labour among castes‚ produce overlapping generations
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flavipes termite Abstract This experiment was constructed to determine which type of writing utensil the termites were most attracted to and why. The experiment was performed by placing two separate circles (one red papermate and one lead pencil) on a piece of paper to see what line is favored by the termite. The termite was placed on the lead pencil path first‚ and then on the red papermate pen path to count how many seconds the termite remained on or followed the pathway. The termite stayed
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The Insecticidal Potential of Chili Pepper Leaf Extract Against Termites Abstract. The goal of this research is to determine the insecticidal effects of chili pepper leaf extract on termites. Chili pepper leaves were collected then air-dried and oven-dried until brittle. The leaves were then pulverized and milled using the Willey mill. After this‚ the powdered leaves were boiled in water and filtered. After the preparation of the extract‚ termites were gathered in two containers. One of the containers
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The Potential of Tannin Found in Avocado Seeds (Persea Americana) As Alternative Source of Ink A Science Investigatory Project in Partial Fulfillment for the Requirement in Science IV Presented to: Ms. Hazel M. De Ramos Science IV Teacher Presented by: Española‚ Daveriel P. Misolas‚ Kim Zeus N. Sta. Ana‚ Rhoel Marvin O. Discaya‚ DoumaJairah V. Orgado‚ Nadine Gladys B. Polytechnic University of the Philippines Laboratory High School February 2014 Table of Contents Chapter I: The Problem
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Types of Variable A variable is any factor‚ trait‚ or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types. An experiment usually has three kinds of variables: independent‚ dependent‚ and controlled. Dependent and Independent Variables Independent variable The independent variable is the one that is changed by the scientist. To insure a fair test‚ a good experiment has only one independent variable. As the scientist changes the independent variable‚ he
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Termites are the scourge of homeowners everywhere. How could such tiny creatures create such a giant hassle? No one wants to discover an infestation of these unwelcome houseguests‚ but it’s important to look for signs of termites on your property. Kirkland’s Pest Control in Fayetteville‚ TN‚ a trusted source of termite treatment in Lincoln County‚ shares five signs you may have a termite problem: 5 Signs Of A Termite Infestation 1. Swollen Spots In Floors & Ceilings At first glance‚ swelling in
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insecticidal potential of chili pepper leaf extract against termites. The garden vegetables pepper‚ Capsicum annuurn‚ of the Solanaceae‚ or nightshade family‚ is grown throughout the world and produces not only the green‚ bell-shaped‚ sweet peppers that are common garden varieties‚ but also the hot peppers used for such spices as paprika‚ chili‚ and cayenne. Most cultivated peppers belong to one of two major groups. The Grossum group yields the globose‚ mild-flavored sweet-peppers and the pimiento
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season. Nonetheless‚ there are a few times of the year that not very numerous individuals really anticipate. One of these circumstances is termite season. These bugs have been bringing on issues and inconveniences for a considerable length of time and it doesn’t appear like they will back off at any point in the near future. The uplifting news is there are termite control administrations accessible to keep these critters from wreaking devastation on individuals. A standout amongst the most irritating
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Termites are a group of eusocial insects that‚ until recently‚ were classified at the taxonomic rank of order Isoptera‚ but are now accepted as the infraorder Isoptera‚ of the cockroach order Blattodea. While termites are commonly known‚ especially in Australia‚ as "white ants"‚ they are for practical purposes unrelated to the ants. Like ants‚ and some bees and wasps—which are all placed in the separate order Hymenoptera—termites divide labor among castes‚ produce overlapping generations and take
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might have termites present in your property ignoring them could be one of the most costly mistake you ever make. Termites eat cellulose and the wooden structure of your house will keep many thousands possibly even millions of termites nesting somewhere in the vicinity well fed for a lengthy period of time. Disastrously‚ this can and will cause severe structural damage to your home and could in fact destroy it completely. So‚ employing a professional inspector to carry out a full termite inspection
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