Question

Briefly explain the process of respiration in Cockroaches.

Answer 1

• The respiratory system of the cockroach is made up of a network of tubes called trachea.
• These trachea open to the outside through small holes called spiracles present on the lateral sides of the body.
• The tracheae inside the body splits into many small tubes which carry oxygen from the air to all the parts of the body.
• The carbon dioxide produced is thrown out of the cell and removed via the tracheae and then out through the spiracles.