Colony collapse disorder
A)affects honey bees colonies leaving most of the workers dead in the hive.
B)has been traced to poisoning by organophosphate pesticides.
C)is thought to be caused by a combination of pesticides,pathogens,hive pests or other synergistic toxic chemicals.
D)is not a threat to U.S.crops because other unaffected pollinators will replace honey bees.

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Colony collapse disorder is believed to be caused by a combination of pesticides, pathogens, hive pests, or other synergistic toxic chemicals. There is no single cause identified.

Answer: A
 Colony collapse disorder causes a significant loss of honey bees colonies, leaving behind most of the workers dead in the hive.

Answer: B 
 While pesticides are a contributing factor, they are not the only cause of colony collapse disorder. Other factors, such as pathogens and hive pests, also play a role.

Answer: D
 This statement is false. Honey bees contribute significantly to the pollination of U.S. crops, and the loss of honey bee colonies can have severe economic consequences. While other pollinators may help fill the gap, they are not an adequate replacement for honey bees.

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