Multiple choice

In what respect can cockroaches be considered superior to mammals?

  1. They can hear ultra-sonic sound waves.

  2. They can survive in all the conditions.

  3. They can detect even a slight change in the position of objects.

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Cockroaches have highly developed sensory structures called cerci at their posterior end, which are extremely sensitive to air movements and slight positional changes. This allows them to detect approaching predators quickly. They cannot hear ultrasonic sounds (some bats can), cannot survive in all conditions, and option C is most accurate.

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