Cockroaches: The Resilient Insects

What is the main reason why cockroaches are hard to kill?

• They have a strong immune system

• They can run very fast

• They can squeeze into small spaces

• They can eat a variety of organic matter

Which species of cockroaches are among the most common?

• German and American cockroaches

• Egyptian and American cockroaches

• German and Egyptian cockroaches

• Asian and American cockroaches

What is the speed at which an American cockroach can run?

• 50 body lengths per second

• 100 body lengths per second

• 200 body lengths per second

• 300 body lengths per second

How do cockroaches survive in nutrient-poor environments?

• By storing nitrogen in their bodies

• By eating decaying foods high in nitrogen

• By having a resident group of bacteria recycle nitrogen

• By producing their own nitrogen

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What is one of the defenses cockroaches have against pesticides?

• They can excrete pesticides as waste

• They can neutralize pesticides with enzymes

• They can avoid coming into contact with pesticides

• They can develop immunity to pesticides

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What is the lifespan of a cockroach?

• 1-2 weeks

• 1-2 months

• 1-2 years

• 10-15 years

How many eggs can a female cockroach lay in her lifetime?

• 10-20 eggs

• 50-100 eggs

• 200-300 eggs

• 500-1000 eggs

What is the preferred temperature range for cockroaches?

• Below 0°C

• 10-20°C

• 25-30°C

• Above 40°C