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Biochemistry

Quiz: Ant venom and pheromones

Play along to test your insect chemistry knowledge.

by Andy Brunning, special to C&EN
March 5, 2021

 

Before you take our quiz on ant venom and pheromones, make sure you check out our Periodic Graphic for some helpful hints.

What percentage of ants are considered to be stinging species?
Which of the following is the amount of dry venom produced on average by most ants?
Which of these organic acids is usually the predominant venom component for the most common ant subfamily?
Which of the following compound categories is present in the highest amount in fire ant venom?
According to the Schmidt Sting Pain Index, the sting of which type of ant is the most painful?
Ants use formic acid as what type of pheromone?
Which of the following compound groups is used by ants to mark their trails?

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