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Question
The bees do not have voice-boxes. How do they produce sound ?
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Solution
The bees do not have the voice-boxes. Still they produce sound.
This happens by the vibrations produced by the quick movement of their wings. Bees buzz while flying and depositing pollen among flowers.
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