Honeybees could help in clearing of 1990s Balkans war minefields

The video discusses a method of training bees to identify the scent of explosives by associating it with a food source. Researchers hope that this training will enable bees to help detect land mines, particularly in regions like the Balkans where many remain buried.

What is the primary goal of training bees in this context?

• To increase honey production

• To study bee behavior

• To improve pollination

• To identify the scent of explosives

How are bees trained to recognize the scent of explosives?

• By associating the scent with a food source

• By changing their habitat

• By using visual cues

• By exposing them to loud noises

What do researchers hope the bees will be able to do once trained?

• Detect land mines

• Fly longer distances

• Communicate with other insects

• Produce more honey

In which region are the trained bees expected to help detect land mines?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Amazon rainforest

• The Arctic Circle

• The Balkans

What is the ultimate benefit of using bees for land mine detection?

• Reducing the cost of honey

• Increasing bee population

• Improving agricultural yield

• Enhancing safety by detecting buried explosives