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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This is about termites and details my findings about them‚ and also is meant to provide some helpful info on how to deal with termite infestation. You’ll find lots of termite pictures here too. But this site is also meant to highlight a whole lot more interesting aspects on these insects‚ and feature many species which are NOT pests‚ and which are rare or will never be found in urban environments or human habitation. Second only to ants‚ termites are one of the most numerous insects on earth
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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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Formosan subterranean termite (Coptotermes formosanus) (p3297) A Review by: Mark Edge (Faith & Jaelen Love You) Because the Formosan termite is an economically important pest. Researchers are concentrating efforts on understanding the details of their physiology. Before the late 80’s early 90’s not much physiological research was concentrated toward any one species of termite outside of general physical characteristic‚ anatomy‚ and physiology. In reading early text books about termites there seems to
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Do any of these utensils; blue Paper Mate pen‚ pencil‚ highlighter‚ and marker‚ have a 2 Introduction The termites‚ a small white insect which eats wood and live in hot countries‚ are the group of unsocial insects that are classified as the Epifamily Termitoidae. While termites are commonly known‚ especially in Australia‚ as "white ants"‚ they are only distantly related to the ants. A pheromone is any chemical substance released by an animal that serves to influence the behavior of other
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The termites’ reaction to pheromones in different colors of ballpoint pen ink. Abstract: We conducted the experiment with termites in order to determine how they react to pheromones present in different colors of ballpoint pen ink. The experiment consisted of two parts: in first part we used a ballpoint pen with blue ink‚ in second – a ballpoint pen with red ink. The reaction of termites was measured by their performance in 1 minute. Every termite in experimental group went through 3 tries in each
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Close 1 Figure 10: (“Termite Workers”) Interpreting How Termites Exchange Information Between Conspecifics Based on Their Behavior Towards Different Inks Casey Close Lab Partner: Caroline Johnson AP Biology P-‐6 5 September 2012 Ms. Aguirre
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Termite Lab Report The effect of ink on termite behavior Abstract Termites produce special chemicals within their bodies called pheromones. Because termites are usually found inside dark areas‚ pheromones help them communicate in these places. Past studies have suggested that ink inside ballpoint pens contains pheromones‚ causing termites to follow any trail created by the ink. If a pathway is drawn with an ink pen‚ then a termite will be attracted to the path and trace it due to the pheromones
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Chapter 1Mahogany Seed as a Termiticide to Kill Termites INTRODUCTION Mahogany used in multistory systems in the Philippines‚ boat and ship building and patternmaking. Logs are used for the manufacture of veneers and for paneling. It is also used as shade for coffee and cacao. Mahogany is regarded as the worlds finest timber for high-class furniture and cabinetwork. Its popularity is especially due to its attractive appearance in combination with ease of working‚excellent finishing qualities and
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Investigatory Project “Termite Killing Potential of Mahogany Seeds” Prepared by: Kenneth Kyle C. Sadanguil Rose Mae Jamias Renz Mervin Lacambra Prepared to: Ms. Joceline E. Narciso Chapter 1 Introduction A. Background of the Study Mahogany is a large tropical tree with a symmetrical appearance‚ best-known for its valuable heartwood. Mahogany is used in multistory systems in the Philippines‚ boat and ship building and pattern-making. The tree is also appreciated as a beautiful
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