Which term is used to describe a group of young bees within a hive?

The term "brood" is specifically used to refer to a group of young bees within a hive. In beekeeping terminology, brood encompasses the eggs, larvae, and pupae that are developing into adult bees. This is a crucial stage in the lifecycle of bees, as the proper care and environment for the brood are essential for the health and productivity of a bee colony.

A swarm typically refers to a group of bees that leave the nest to establish a new colony, while a nest generally refers to the location where bees live or store their honey, but it does not specifically indicate the young bees. A colony refers to the entire population of bees in a hive, including workers, drones, and the queen, rather than just the young bees. Thus, "brood" most accurately addresses the question about the young bees in the hive.