Multiple choice general knowledge

Cockroaches can hold their breath for 40 minutes.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This statement is TRUE. Cockroaches can indeed hold their breath for up to 40 minutes, and they can survive underwater for about 30 minutes. They breathe through small openings called spiracles on their body segments, and they can close these to conserve water and survive in low-oxygen environments.

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