This glossary can help you prepare for the IELTS writing tasks related to How Bees Produce Honey.
cell
noun
The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, which is typically microscopic and consists of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane.
Example: It is put into the cells.
container.
noun
An object for holding or transporting something.
Example: Firstly, the bees have to build a container.
content
noun
The things that are held or included in something.
Example: The nectar loses its water content and then finally, the honey is produced.
diagram
noun
A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something; a schematic representation.
Example: The present diagram shows the seven most important stages in the making of honey by bees.
hive
noun
A beehive.
Example: The process begins with the honey bees building a hive, and then finishes when the honey is ready to be collected and used.
individually
adverb
One by one; singly; separately.
Example: It consists of many individually built cells.
nectar
noun
A sugary fluid secreted within flowers to encourage pollination by insects and other animals, collected by bees to make into honey.
Example: When they find a suitable flower, they collect the nectar from it, which is used to make honey.
process
noun
A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.
Example: The process begins with the honey bees building a hive.
production
noun
The action of making or manufacturing from components or raw materials, or the process of being so manufactured.
Example: The nectar is then taken back to the hive where the honey production process can begin.
suitable
adjective
Right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
Example: When they find a suitable flower, they collect the nectar from it, which is used to make honey.