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212 - Deborah Gordon: Ants, Myrmecology, and Collective Behavior
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The Fascinating World of Ants: Evolution, Social Behavior, and Collective Systems
The chapter explores the speaker's interest in ants, linking it to their research in developmental biology and debates on reductionism in science. It delves into the characteristics and evolution of ants, their unique social behavior in colonies, and the dynamics of ant colonies without hierarchical structures. The chapter also discusses the evolution and behavioral differences between ants, wasps, bees, and termites, highlighting the diverse range of social living arrangements within these insect groups.
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