The curious case of the queen bee has long had scientists pondering whether the head of the hive harbours the secret to a long and healthy life. While queen bees and workers have nearly identical DNA, ...

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In chess, the queen is the most valuable piece for a player. She’s capable of making any move, which also makes her the most protected after the king. In a bee colony, the queen holds the same rank.