| Scientists discover secret about a honey bee's stinger
Scientists in Australia have made an exciting discovery about honey bees. The scientists found out why a bee's stinger puts venom into a person's skin after it comes off the bee's body. The scientists used high-speed cameras to film the stinger. The video showed that the stinger works like a pump. It has two small parts that move backwards and forwards. These parts help keep the venom flowing into the skin. A researcher said the pump's design was "unique". She hopes her discovery will be useful. Companies might make pumps that could give medicine to people. |