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Is Honey Acidic Or Alkaline?
Honey has many physical and chemical properties that determine its shape, texture, taste and aroma. At its base, honey is primarily a mixture of sugar and water. However, elements such as acids and minerals in solution give its composition a variety of properties. One of these chemical properties is the pH of honey. Outside the…
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How To Tell If Honey Is Bad?
Honey is a natural resource with long-lasting properties—if you seal it properly and store it for hundreds of years, it can still be eaten. Even though it lasts this long, it still doesn’t stay as fresh as it did when it was first sealed. As a beekeeper or honey consumer, you should be able to…
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How Long Do Bumblebees Live?
Bumblebees, much like butterflies and ladybugs, are a favorite of many. This is mainly because of their mild temperament, and today we will help you understand the lifespan of bumblebees from small details. Many bees belong to the bumblebee, and there are actually more than 250 species. It would take a long time to list…
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Do Bumblebees Bite Or Sting?
There are stinging insects and biting insects, but they rarely have both. Are bumblebees an exception to this natural law? We know that bumblebees bite flowers while gathering nectar or supplies for their nests. Today we unravel the mystery of whether bumblebees use their stings as a defense mechanism, and if so, what is the…
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Do Carpenter Bees Sting?
A big misconception about bees is that all species are aggressive and stinging. However, we shouldn’t be so quick to judge because not all bees sting. Bees play a huge role in our ecosystem; without them, we would have no flowers, fruits or living plants. Carpenter bees are no exception, but today’s hot question: Do…
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Does Raw Honey Need To Be Refrigerated? Useful Tips
Seasoned beekeepers know that harvesting and extracting honey is not the last part of the honey collection process. This is because you need to make sure you know how to properly store your honey in order to keep it in top condition and quality over a long period of time. So do you need to…