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Re: Bees in Space
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Dave Cushman <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Sun, 19 Jan 2003 10:22:12 -0000
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Hi All

Dick Allen said...

> If bees place liquid in cells and nothing is acting on the
> liquid, wouldn't it simply remain where they put it?

Take away gravity and surface tension becomes the major force...I reckon
surface tension is a big player in retaining honey in cells, even in a
gravity field, as some cells slope downwards.


Best Regards & 73s, Dave Cushman
Beekeeping and Bee Breeding Website
http://website.lineone.net/~dave.cushman

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