Read this sentence from the text:

Scientists simply do not know what is killing the bees.

How does this line function in the text?

It is a fact that supports the thesis.
It is an example that supports the thesis.
It provides general information about the topic.
It is the thesis of the article.

Respuesta :

It provides general information about the topic.

there is no proof or evidence  that they don't know about the topic, therefore it's just considered information.
it provides general information because its not giving clues its just information on what the scientist don't know.............. hope this helps!