How do worker-laid eggs typically appear within their cells?

Worker-laid eggs typically appear within their cells piled up like stove wood because worker bees are responsible for caring for the brood and usually lay eggs in a manner that results in the eggs being closely packed together. This stacking allows for optimal space usage within the hive. The close placement of the eggs maximizes the use of available resources and ensures that the developing larvae remain in a protected and conducive environment.

In contrast, the other options suggest arrangements that would not reflect the natural behavior of worker bees. Single-file arrangements would imply a more organized layout than what is seen in practice, while spread apart or in clusters indicates a lack of efficient space usage or caregiving behavior that is contrary to how worker bees manage brood. Therefore, the visual imagery of eggs piled up reflects the practical reality of their arrangement within the comb.