Multiple choice general knowledge

Cockroaches can live how many days after their head has been cut off.

  1. 1

  2. 9

  3. 2

  4. 16
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Cockroaches can survive for weeks without their heads because they have an open circulatory system and breathe through spiracles located on their body segments. Their nerve clusters can still function independently, allowing basic movements and reactions. Option B (9 days) represents a commonly cited duration in scientific trivia.

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