Some metropolitan areas contain metropolitan divisions. Two metropolitan divisions exist within the DallasâFort WorthâArlington MSA. The term metropolitan division is used to refer to a county or group of counties within a metropolitan area that has a population core of at least 2.5 million.
The bees carry the propolis back to their hives and mix it with their salivary secretions and wax flakes. Propolis contains 55% resins and balsams, 30% beeswax, 10% etheric oils, and 5% pollen.
What equipment do I need to melt and filter beeswax? To melt the wax, you need to make a double boiler. Get a large external metal pot and a smaller internal bowl. For an internal bowl you can use a heat-resistant glass pot (like a Pyrex measuring jug), tin can or another pot made from stainless steel, enamelled steel or aluminum.