At 02:39 AM 7/27/2006, you wrote: >"The University of Newcastle-led group took some 100 bumblebees belonging to the common species Bombus terrestris... I believe they are using 'some' to mean approximately or about here (adv.). So I really don't see it as being incorrect in the article. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/some -Tim -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l for rules, FAQ and other info ---