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After completing my replicates research from my study site, I have come to find a better understanding of what possible theories could parallel my project. The topic that seems to fit most aptly relates to anthropogenic disturbances. These are disturbances that are caused by human activity, which result in smaller-scale ecological changes. From what I can gather through my research so far, it is indicative that the Western Honeybee pollination activity is being affected by anthropogenic habitats (the adjacent road). The combination of noise pollution and higher human activity could be the cause of the decreased Honeybee activity closer to the road. Because the honeybee activity decreases as you get closer to the road, a disturbance gradient would best define this phenomenon. My initial hypothesis touches on this topic, and I hope to see more research to further solidify the answer to my project’s question.
Keywords to summarize my research includes the following: anthropogenic disturbances, honeybee pollination and disturbance gradient.
Yes, you can bring in anthropogenic disturbances in general as well as any previous research relating to roads specifically. This type of information will form the basis of your introduction. You will also want to consider honeybee foraging preferences and activity at different temperatures / weather conditions for your discussion.
Yes, I intend to include the weather changes and plant preferences in my project as I believe they are 2 important factors that have potentially tainted my research. These factors and the discussion around them will go into the discussion section of the my project correct?